Chinese Health Theraphy

Today we will talk about a very special plant that gives us many benefits for the body, especially the liver. This is the artichoke.

The artichoke is a thistle prickly variety is not wild in the Mediterranean regions, which are not consumed the leaves of this plant but the flowers.

It has a regenerating effect on the liver as it contains cinarina, a bioflavonoid. This is a product of plant metabolism that has many beneficial applications, including: reducing the risk of cancer, lowers cholesterol, is antimicrobial, anticancer, analgesic and anti-inflammatory, protects the liver, stomach, heart, etc.

Cynarin provides choleretic properties and increases the production of bile in the liver. Why is it beneficial? Because this enhances the digestion of food and if the liver is functioning properly, the entire body is benefited.

Artichoke is also an excellent diuretic, with the ability to remove fluid from the body. It also contains potassium, calcium and magnesium. Also, their high water content, increases the volume of urine which helps to cleanse the body. Has little intake of calories and high in fiber, making it ideal for those who are slimming.

These are just some of the many benefits that give us artichokes, it would be prudent to include it in our daily diet, do not you think?

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