Real artichoke (herb) 1 kg, Kharkiv region.

The beneficial properties of artichoke are determined it is rich in vitamins and minerals and low in carbohydrates and protein. That is why it is considered a very useful and dietary vegetable. It is well absorbed and is recommended for diabetes as a substitute for starchstarch. In the olden days, healers knew all about the beneficial properties of artichoke and recommended its use for gout and jaundice. It has also found wide application in modern medicine. Its active substances have a diuretic and biliary effect. Artichoke extract is used for liver and kidney diseases. Its antitoxic effect is known. Artichoke leaves and roots are used for medicinal tinctures and decoctions. Decoctions help reduce uric acid and cholesterol in human blood. Folk medicine recommends taking fresh artichoke juice for alcohol poisoning and as a diuretic. In the old days, decoctions were drunk to reduce the smell of sweat, and they were also rubbed into the scalp for baldness. Artichoke teas have an anti-inflammatory effect and have a beneficial effect on the gastrointestinal tract. Today, the beneficial properties of artichoke are used in pharmaceutical preparations. For medical purposes, it is used for the treatment of urolithiasis and gallstone disease, as well as for the treatment of some forms of allergy. Its extract reduces the toxic effect on the body from the use of some drugs. Studies that have been carried out these days have revealed the following useful properties of artichoke: Cleansing of the liver and kidneys. Improvement of digestion. preparations. Artichoke is not stored for a long time, it quickly darkens in the air. When cooking, the peeled vegetable can be briefly placed in water with the addition of lemon juice orсахара в крови.Улучшение мозгового кровообращения.Облегчение симптомов аллергии.Положительное влияние на внешний вид кожи, волос и ногтей.Для максимального получения пользы блюда из артишока лучше принимать в пищу в день приготовления.Артишок долго не хранится, он быстро темнеет на воздухе. При приготовлении очищенный овощ можно ненадолго поместить в воду с добавлением лимонного сока или vinegar. Thanks to the rich mineral composition (mainly due to the potassium and sodium content), artichoke dishes are well suited for people with increased acidity. For the same reason, with low acidity, these dishes should be used with caution.