Radishes/mullangi are one of the healthiest edible root vegetables available to us due to their amazing medicinal properties. Radishes can be used as a home remedy for colds, coughs and several other ailments. They are well-known in the culinary world for their crispy crunchy texture. Here are the 7 incredible health benefits of radishes. Excess consumption of radish may lead to hypotension and hypoglycaemia. As radish is a cruciferous vegetable, those with thyroid problems must limit their intake of radishes.