Artichoke, also known as artichoke, French lily, is common in French and Italian cuisine, and it has also appeared in Chinese state banquets.
The involucral bracts and receptacles of its flower buds can be eaten as vegetables, with a chestnut-like aroma, and can be eaten fresh, made into sauce, made into soup or processed into canned food. The leaves contain cynarin, which has the effect of treating chronic hepatitis and lowering cholesterol. After softening, the stems and leaves can be used for cooking and have a fresh taste. Stems and leaves have been used in medicine to make digestive tablets and aperitifs. The root can be used as a medicine to enhance liver function and diuretic effect.
Artichoke Extract Powder contains polyphenols, flavonoids, terpenes, inulin and asparagine and other substances. It is a highly nutritious health vegetable with anti-oxidation, anti-aging, anti-tumor, anti-microbial, antihypertensive, and kidney-invigorating properties. effect. In addition, regular food can protect liver and kidney, enhance liver detoxification function, lower blood fat, lower cholesterol, promote amino acid metabolism, prevent atherosclerosis, treat indigestion, prevent constipation, protect cardiovascular and so on.
Nutritional Value
Artichokes are appreciated for their leaves and delicate heart. It is rich in fiber and multivitamins, has strong antioxidant power, and can provide many health benefits.
1. Artichokes are low in calories, low in fat, and rich in dietary fiber; dietary fiber helps control constipation and reduces the level of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in the intestine through binding.
2. Scientific research has shown that the bitter components in its extract - cymarin and sesquiterpene lactone, can reduce cholesterol in the body by inhibiting the synthesis of cholesterol and increasing the secretion of bile.
3. Fresh artichokes are an excellent source of folic acid; each 100g of artichokes provides 68mcg of folic acid (equivalent to 17% of the daily recommended amount). Folic acid acts as a cofactor for enzymes in DNA synthesis.
4. It is also rich in B vitamins, such as: niacin, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), thiamine (vitamin B1), pantothenic acid. These B vitamins are essential for normal metabolic function of cells.
Benefits
1. Helps Lower Cholesterol Levels
There is some evidence that it may help treat high cholesterol by lowering blood cholesterol levels. However, more research is needed to ensure its safety before it can be recommended for the treatment of high cholesterol.
2. Preventive effect on chronic diseases
Several epidemiological studies have shown that high consumption of vegetables and fruits reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, certain cancers, and other chronic diseases. The presence of antioxidants in vegetables and fruits may play a role in this protection.
3. Rich in Antioxidants
The edible part of artichoke contains a variety of antioxidants, such as certain phenolic compounds (chlorogenic acid, narirutin, apigenin-7-rutinoside, cynarin) and anthocyanins (anthocyanidins, peonidin, delphinidin). Silymarin, another antioxidant in artichokes, may contribute to cancer prevention and potential specific treatment.
An animal study showed that ingesting artichoke puree inhibited the toxicity of a compound that causes genetic damage. This effect may be attributed to the overall antioxidant content of artichokes. So far, research has focused on the effects of antioxidants in medicinal extracts of artichoke leaves, and less so on artichokes eaten as a vegetable.
4. Inulin, a prebiotic sugar
It contains inulin, a non-digestible sugar from the fructan family. Inulin is called prebiotic, which means that it is not digested and absorbed by the small intestine, but is fermented by the colonic flora. Beneficial bacteria in the gut, such as bifidobacteria, can use inulin to grow and perform their role in gut health and the immune system more efficiently. These bacteria further aid in the synthesis or absorption of several nutrients.
Furthermore, studies tend to demonstrate beneficial effects of inulin on lipid regulation, especially in hyperlipidemic individuals. Other work suggests that inulin may play a role in blood sugar control. However, more research is needed as some data show conflicting results.
Finally, research suggests that inulin may help reduce the risk of colon cancer in humans. Other animal studies suggest that inulin may have protective effects against breast and bowel cancer.
5. Excellent source of fiber
It is a great source of dietary fiber. A medium-sized artichoke is 4.7 grams, which is 12% and 19% of the recommended daily fiber intake for men and women aged 19 to 50, respectively. Artichokes contain two types of fibers. At its core, we find 18% insoluble fiber and 27% soluble fiber. While insoluble fiber is thought to have the ability to prevent constipation, soluble fiber may help prevent cardiovascular disease and manage type 2 diabetes. Additionally, a diet rich in a variety of fiber may reduce the risk of colon cancer and may help control appetite by making you feel fuller sooner.
6. Diuretic
It has the functions of dispersing lung and expectorating phlegm, clearing heat and diuretic. Artichoke can clear the heat in the human body and achieve the effect of clearing away heat and dampness and diuresis.
7. Clear heat and detoxify
It is cool in nature, can clear away heat and detoxify, detoxify and beautify the face.
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