Benefits of Artichoke
The benefits of artichoke go beyond its unique taste. It is low in fat and calories, plus it supplies the body with numerous vitamins and minerals.
Well documented benefits and often unknown facts include...
- Provides 1/5 of the body's Vitamin C requirements
- Is Only 60 calories
- Contains Potassium and Magnesium for metabolic functions
- Is and excellent source of Vitamin A, folic acid, biotin, niacin, riboflavin and thiamine.
- Contains the trace minerals Manganese and Chromium
- Provides Insulin
- Naturally breaks down cholesterol
Digestive Relief Courtesy of The Artichoke
Not many folks know that the artichoke also contains many antioxidants to help prevent a myriad of health and digestive problems.
Were you aware that eating an artichoke after dinner can relieve indigestion naturally, without the use of medications?
Often times these stomach pains and indigestion are due to your liver not creating enough bile. Symptoms include feeling sick to your stomach, overly full and abdominal pain after eating.
Liver bile works to break down cholesterol from the fat you eat. So eating a cholesterol-reducing vegetable that tastes good is a win-win for everyone!
The artichoke has also shown to help folks with arteriosclerosis, gout, hepatitis, improving gall secretions and even some migraine conditions.
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