YACON
(Smallanthus sonchifolius)
It is a native plant to the Andes of Peru, theirs roots are characterized by its crisp texture and sweet taste, which store nutrients good for health. This is recommended for diabetics and for everyone who likes healthy eating.
Yacon has high percentages mainly of fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and inulin, both considered as prebiotics. FOS are short chain sugars that are not digested in the digestive tract and reach the colon without changing its structure. There they are digested by the bacterial microflora producing fermentation and the growth of “protective” bacteria called bifidobacterium and lactobacillus. The association of inulin and FOS provides a protective effect against colitis.
FOS has several beneficial properties, including the sweetening power provided by inulin, also free of calories, and has a high concentration of proteins.
In addition, FOS has important beneficial physiological effects such as decreasing the risk of colon and rectum cancer, decreases blood cholesterol, triglycerides and phospholipid levels, promotes better immune system response, improved resistance to infection and allergies, improves absorption of minerals calcium and magnesium; the absorption of magnesium leads to a decreased risk of colon and rectal cancer; the calcium absorption promotes good bone health and strength.
Health benefits
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Promotes the reduction of constipation.
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Potentially potentially beneficial for people with diabetes. Decrease blood glucose levels.
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It can be used as a sweetener in diabetic patients.
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Magnesium absorption reduces the risk of colorectal cancer.
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Calcium absorption promotes healthy bones.
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The Association of FOS and inulin provides a protective effect against colitis.
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Antioxidant properties beneficial to health.
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Lowers blood triglyceride and phospholipid cholesterol levels Promotes promotes a better immune response, improving resistance to infection and allergies.
