The benefits and harms of Jerusalem artichoke: composition, nutritional value, calorie content

Jerusalem artichoke often called an earthen pear. In addition to the fact that this is a very tasty root fruit, it is also an excellent source of light carbohydrates and proteins, has a lot of vitamins, trace elements and amino acids, eight of which are not produced independently by the human body. In Western countries, Jerusalem artichoke is quite widespread, but in our area the earthen pear was undeservedly left without due attention.

And in vain, because Jerusalem artichoke can be used as a dietary and medicinal product for many diseases. This is one of the safest products for use, however, besides the considerable benefits and harm of Jerusalem artichoke, the body can be caused if you do not adhere to the indications and contraindications to its use. What ailments can an earthen pear help to overcome and what harm can it cause to our health?

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Due to its rich content of useful components, Jerusalem artichoke helps a person cope with:

• Diabetes mellitus… Jerusalem artichoke is one of those foods that contains a huge amount of inulin, which replaces glucose and improves its absorption by cells, which significantly reduces blood sugar levels. Therefore, regular use of Jerusalem artichoke can improve the condition of diabetes.
• Digestive system diseases… In addition, inulin, which Jerusalem artichoke is rich in, well cleanses the body of bacteria that come to us with food. Daily intake of Jerusalem artichoke improves the functioning of the pancreas, cleanses the intestines from toxins and many other microorganisms. A large number of coarse plant retinas also add cleansing functions to the plant. All this improves the digestion and assimilation of food in the digestive organs. Jerusalem artichoke also contains pectin, which accelerates the recovery processes in the intestines and heals wounds. This product can also be used in case of poisoning – it stops vomiting, relieves nausea and removes an unpleasant aftertaste in the mouth. Jerusalem artichoke is recommended for gastritis, constipation, diarrhea, colitis and pancreatitis.
• Joint problems… With frequent use of Jerusalem artichoke, which can be added to food, the accumulation of salts in the joints is prevented, and this in turn neutralizes the manifestation of gout, rheumatoid arthritis and other joint diseases caused by impaired metabolism.
• Diseases of the cardiovascular system… Another invaluable benefit of Jerusalem artichoke is its rich potassium content, which strengthens the main organ for the human body – the heart. In addition, Jerusalem artichoke removes cholesterol from blood vessels, normalizing its level in the body and thereby preventing high blood pressure, reducing the risks of angina pectoris and tachycardia, thrombus formation and myocardial infarction.
• Diseases of the urinary system… Earthen pear has an excellent diuretic effect and is used as a prophylactic agent against the accumulation of kidney stones and edema of the heart and kidney origin.

Among other things, Jerusalem artichoke prevents the development of cancerous tumors, strengthens the immune system, improves the functioning of the digestive system and nourishes the unformed children’s body with all the necessary amino acids, vitamins and minerals that help them grow and develop fully and correctly.

Also, the pulp of Jerusalem artichoke roots can be used externally for cosmetic purposes, since the plant rejuvenates the skin, promotes cell renewal, relieves skin inflammation, removes acne and eczema.

Jerusalem artichoke harm

Contraindications to the use of the root crop itself or preparations based on it are in the individual intolerance of the body to this product, which is quite rare.

With excessive use of Jerusalem artichoke, uncomfortable sensations in the intestines may appear, mainly gas formation, therefore, those suffering from flatulence should add the plant to food in rather limited quantities.

To this day, both the benefits and harms of Jerusalem artichoke are studied by scientists around the world. However, the various healing properties of this product known today boldly confirm that Jerusalem artichoke helps to cure, prevent or relieve the symptoms of many diseases, while on the negative side it can appear almost only if there is an allergy to this plant, and this is a very rare phenomenon.

Nutritional value and chemical composition of Jerusalem artichoke

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