This is the key to longevity, the enemy of diabetes.

     Jerusalem artichoke is one of the most important food and feed crops widely distributed on earth. Jerusalem artichoke is native to North America. American Indians call it a means of longevity. Because it has many properties that increase the overall strength of the body.

     In the mid-20th century, Jerusalem artichoke was planted in hunting grounds to feed wild animals, and also as an ornamental plant in city parks and recreation areas. Until recently, this plant was planted in almost every home. It has beautiful yellow flowers that are hardy and easy to care for. But its tubers, which are not only tasty, but also healthy, are considered valuable.

      When consumed regularly, it is very useful for preventing the accumulation of salts in organs, type 2 diabetes, gastrointestinal diseases, anemia, atherosclerosis, stone formation in the kidneys and urinary tract, and nervous diseases.

      Making salad from the leaves is very important not only in the treatment of diabetes, but also in the treatment of hypertension and pancreatic diseases.

      A decoction made from Jerusalem artichoke not only lowers blood sugar levels, but also lowers blood pressure. Improves the functioning of the pancreas, increases the amount of hemoglobin in the blood.

      In the markets of Uzbekistan, the tubers of the plant appear in the fall. Jerusalem artichoke is rich in vitamins, fiber, inulin, pectin and fructose, as well as mineral salts of iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, zinc and silicon.

      The inulin contained in the beans regulates the amount of sugar in the blood and has a beneficial effect on the pancreas. It protects the liver and increases bile secretion. Slows down the formation of stones and sand in the liver and gall bladder.

      Helps you lose weight. The reason for this is that tubers normalize carbohydrate and fat metabolism and reduce blood cholesterol levels.

      They have a diuretic and anti-inflammatory effect. They recommend it as a means to remove excess salt from the body. It is useful for edema, gout, osteochondrosis.

      Jerusalem artichoke is recommended for hypertension, atherosclerosis, tachycardia, angina pectoris and cardiovascular diseases.

      Increases immunity. The high content of ascorbic acid in Jerusalem artichoke root helps to activate the body's defenses.

      In addition, tubers are rich in phosphorus and arginine, which increase endurance and resistance to physical activity.

 

Umurzakova Zebiniso, Professor,
Department of Botany,
Samarkand State University