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Artichoke is most often used in cooking. In addition to nutrients (such as proteins, fats and sugars), quercetin, rutin and cynarin, it contains many vitamins, including huge amounts of vitamin C. Artichoke is a proven agent in the fight against excessively high LDL cholesterol and combats many types of pathogenic microorganisms. Although its healing properties have been known for a long time, nowadays preparations containing artichoke are much more popular than itself in its raw form. It has been used since the times of ancient Greece and Egypt, and in Poland it is grown mainly as an amateur. Artichoke is low in calories and mostly carbohydrates. It treats many liver diseases (cirrhosis, urolithiasis, failure), in skin diseases it is most effective in combating acne and psoriasis.
The use of artichoke
Artichoke is perfect as a main course or as a snack. It is also used in the preparation of sauces, soups and salads. Increasingly, artichoke is used as a component of medicinal preparations, especially those supporting the work of the liver. Artichoke is a valuable vegetable due to its high content of vitamins A, C and E, as well as minerals such as iron, calcium and magnesium. Artichoke is also known for its slimming (stimulating digestion) and laxative properties. Lowers the amount of LDL cholesterol in the blood.
Artichoke is used as a bowel stimulant, and it also prevents flatulence. In the cosmetics industry, artichoke extract is valued mainly for its cleansing properties. When it comes to gastronomy, the most nutritional value is found in artichoke leaves. Most often it is steamed or in water and served hot or cold with sauces. Dishes with artichoke are characteristic of Italian cuisine, the Polish climate is not conducive to the cultivation of artichoke on a larger scale. The so-called heart. It tastes a bit like asparagus. Artichoke is most often kept in olive oil.
Properties of artichoke
One of the main properties of artichoke is its beneficial effect on the liver – it removes toxins from it and stimulates the production of bile. Artichoke extract is a key ingredient in supplements that improve liver function. In addition, it is a powerful antioxidant, fights microbes and regulates the digestive system. Artichoke may have a slightly laxative effect.
If you want to support the digestive system, try the food supplement with artichoke and milk thistle, which you can find at Medonet Market. We also recommend Herbapol artichoke elixir.
The advantages of using artichoke in the form of a supplement in tablets
Due to the wide properties of artichoke, it is recommended to use supplements containing artichoke tablets in everyday health prophylaxis. The most frequently emphasized advantage of using artichoke tablets is its action that strongly reduces the “bad” cholesterol that is dangerous to health. According to existing research, taking artichoke tablets can lower LDL cholesterol by more than 40 percent. already in the first three months of use. Preparations with artichoke perfectly stimulate the production of bile, which translates into the improvement of digestive processes and cleansing the liver.
Artichoke in tablets is recommended for people who have problems with flatulence and gas and those who abuse alcohol. One of the most important consequences of taking artichoke preparations is their strong anti-cancer effect. Artichoke is most often used in the prevention of breast and prostate cancer. It has been proven that it effectively inhibits the growth of neoplastic cells.
You should also try the EKO tea supporting the work of the liver, in the composition of which you will find, among others artichoke or dried artichoke herb, from which you will prepare a healing infusion.