9 Health Benefits of Taro Leaves. Not many people know. it can prevent Diabetes, and other diseases
Maybe many people only use taro tubers for consumption. but taro leaves can also be consumed and have many health benefits.
Nutritional content of taro leaves.
Taro leaves are heart-shaped and dark green in color, having a fairly high nutritional value.
In 100 grams of taro leaves, it contains 86.66 grams of water and 42 kcal of energy. In addition, taro leaves also contain protein, fiber, iron, and various minerals. Taro stems also contain vitamin A as much as 2000 IU, vitamin B1 0.08 mg, and vitamin C 31 mg.
Health benefits of taro leaves.
1. Helps the digestive system.
Taro leaves can help improve the digestive system, and treat digestive problems. This is because taro leaves and stems, specifically, help the growth of Escherichia coli, and Lactobacillus acidophilus bacteria, which live in the intestines. And there is a high fiber content in taro leaves, which helps the digestion and absorption of food nutrients, facilitates bowel movements, and treats constipation.
2. Anti-inflammatory.
Taro leaves contain phenols, tannins. flavonoids, glycosides., sterols, and triterpenoids, that contain anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, that help reduce chronic inflammation.
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