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(Medical-NewsWire.com, February 26, 2016 ) Washington, DC -- The Jerusalem artichoke is one of these foods that is becoming a staple. Also known as helianthus tuberosus this one tubular root packs a punch of health benefits. Known to some as a sunchoke because of the small delicate yellow flower it produces it is a relative to the sunflowers. Most know it is a rich source of fiber it is also a very rich source of insulin making it the perfect sweet alternative for diabetics due to its sweet, nutty tatse. Due to it's high content of insulin, Jerusalem Artichokes can actually be prescribed in dosage for those with diabetic tendencies. Jerusalem Artichokes in some cases can be used to reduce the amount of medicated insulin intake just by eating the natural root every day.
The taste is similar to water chestnuts and when cooked they become very creamy in texture and complement many Recipes. They can be used in anyway that potatoes are except the sunchoke is yummy eaten raw and has an extreme amount of health benefits when done so.
The numerous health benefits include but are not limited to the ability of this sacred plant to be a probiotic. This is a natural amount of good bacteria and yeast that help your digestive system. The combination of this probiotic and fiber are powerhouse nutrition for your intestines helping them clean out and rebuild a healthy proactive gut. Eating this plant regularly helps maintain a healthy blood sugar level by
metabolizing fats at a quicker rate, controlling cholesterol levels and normalizing blood triglyceride levels. The efficacy of this plant to protect us from cardiovascular diseases has been well known in holistic circles for hundreds of years.
This vegetable is high in iron, one cup equals a quarter of the recommended daily iron intake. It would take 3 ounces of red meat to equal this and since there is no fat and easier to digest this a better option. Sunchokes are also high in iron. A single cup of this vegetable provides one quarter of the recommended daily iron intake. It would take three ounces of red meat to equal the same amount of iron provided by just one cup of Jerusalem artichoke. Since this vegetable is also low in calories and has no fat it's a great way to increase iron intake. This is an essential mineral that can help your body deliver oxygen and is vital for immunity and fatigue for optimal health.
When it comes to preparing these amazingly fibrous veggies, you will find that they are so versatile! Wash and cut, you can skin or not. Small pieces will absorb the flavour while bigger pieces retain the natural flavour. Pan frying with the oil of your choice, olive for a more saltier taste or coconut for a sweeter taste .Toss around the pan until golden adding anything that suits your meal best like garlic or plaintains.
One of the most favoured ways to make most vegetables is to cut and add olive oil and a pinch of salt and roast lovingly in the oven until you see some golden brown to dark brown. This is when the sugars have carmalized nicely leaving you with an erotic flavor.
When you choose to plant these in your garden it's important to find a reputable dealer or read reviews on jerusalem artichokes to see which organic variety is for you.
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