Many have heard of such an unusual root crop as Jerusalem artichoke (ground pear), which came to us from North America. It could easily replace the usual potato - and after all its taste is quite high and, most importantly, the composition is very useful for the human body.
What is useful for Jerusalem artichoke?
The use of Jerusalem artichoke affects a wide range of areas, however we will consider only those that somehow can help in gaining harmony:
- Jerusalem artichoke is rich in fiber, from the lack of which now almost everyone suffers. Choosing white bread and white rice, instant cereal flakes, we make a choice in favor of products completely devoid of fiber, and we get it in scanty amounts from vegetables and fruits. Fiber of Jerusalem artichoke stimulates the work of the gastrointestinal tract and removes accumulated toxins from the body;
- Jerusalem artichoke can bind water, thanks to which it is able to swell inside the gastrointestinal tract and for a long time create a feeling of satiety, which reduces the total calorie content of foods eaten per day;
- Jerusalem artichoke can bind fats and allows them to be removed from the body without processing and accumulation of excess energy in the form of fat deposits;
- thanks to improved carbohydrate and fat metabolism, the root of Jerusalem artichoke allows you to lose weight faster and more efficiently;
- with the regular use of such plants as Jerusalem artichoke, it is possible to regulate blood pressure - to lower it. To do this, you can also use Jerusalem artichoke decoction;
- regular use of this root crop protects against exacerbations of diseases such as pancreatitis and cholecystitis, and generally positively affects the health of the digestive tract. In their treatment, Jerusalem artichoke is often used.
It's easy to guess that Jerusalem artichoke for weight loss can be of great help. However, even with all this, you should not expect that this root will cope with your weight at a time when you eat buttery bread with butter for the night. Only in combination with proper nutrition will it yield excellent results.
Contraindications to the use of Jerusalem artichoke
This product has only two contraindications, why almost everyone can eat it. The first contraindication, like any product - individual intolerance, and the second - increased formation of gases, because of what this product is not recommended for people suffering from increased flatulence.
Calorie content of artichoke
The calorie content of this root crop is 61 calories per 100 grams. If you replace them with heavy garnishes and add it to salads, you will quickly notice changes on your figure. Of course, it is most useful in its fresh form.
Topinambour: cooking recipes
Consider options for how to prepare Jerusalem artichoke. In general, in order to reduce weight, it is best to clean it and eat it fresh, for example, crumbling into a vegetable salad.
If you want to use it in cooking, you know: it lends itself to a wide variety of preparations - it can be extinguished, fried, boiled in water or in milk, steamed and even turned into dried Jerusalem artichoke. Here are a few simple salad recipes that can replace your usual dinner, to help the body quickly get rid of extra pounds:
- Rub on a large grated Jerusalem artichoke and cucumber, cut tomato and green onions. Season with olive oil.
- Rub on a large grated Jerusalem artichoke, apple, carrots, add a handful of chopped nuts, season with butter and lemon juice.
- Cut the tuber of Jerusalem artichoke with slices, mix with the cut apple, pear, banana. Season with white unsweetened yogurt.
Using such simple recipes, you will see that Jerusalem artichoke is a very nutritious tuber and allows you to get enough salad with it.