A 2021 review found that many antioxidants and phytochemicals in the jicama leaves, seeds, and tubular may help fight oxidative stress and decrease the risk of developing chronic diseases.

Do not eat the plant’s seeds, skin, stem, or leaves as they are toxic. If you think you may be allergic to jicama, do not consume it and talk to your healthcare provider about proper testing. For more ...

In addition, be careful to consume only the flesh of jicama. Other parts of the plant—like the stem and seeds—have a toxic compound that may have the potential to cause symptoms like vomiting, muscle ...

Into another small bowl, squeeze grapefruit membrane to release juice. Set aside. Peel jicama and cut into thin matchsticks about 2 inches long. Slice fennel bulb into very thin strips.