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4 ways Arbi can work wonders for your health
Arbi is not just delicious but also a powerhouse of nutrients. For people with diabetes, it is especially a great addition to their diets. Here are benefits of Arbi or taro root, explained by a nutritionist.
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Arbi or taro root can be added to your diet in a variety of ways from curries, stir fries, to even chips. High in fibre and resistant starch, Arbi is a storehouse of fibre, potassium, magnesium, antioxidants, vitamin C and E and plant-based compounts called polyphenols. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra talks about the many benefits of the root vegetable in her latest Instagram post.(Pixabay)
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Helps control blood sugar levels: Although taro root is a starchy vegetable, it contains two types of carbohydrates that are beneficial for blood sugar management: fiber and resistant starch which helps slow down the digestion, thus, preventing large blood sugar spikes after meals.(Pixabay)
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Offers anti-cancer properties: Taro root contains plant-based compounds called polyphenols that have various health benefits, including the potential to reduce cancer risk. The main polyphenol found in taro root is quercetin, that protects your body from excessive free radical damage that has been linked to cancer.(Pinterest)
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Supports gut health: The fiber and resistant starch in taro root are fermented by gut bacteria to form short-chain fatty acids, which may protect against colon cancer and inflammatory bowel disease.(Pinterest)
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