I just bought a large container of carob powder and I am feeling inspired! Carob is a legume and comes from the carob tree. It has been a historically prominent food, consumed for nearly 5000 years. Carob continues to play a large role in Jewish tradition, traditionally eaten during the holidays of Tu B'shvat and Lag BaOmer. It is also called "honey locust" or St. John's Bread and was eaten by John the Baptist. In addition to it's historical relevance, here are some of carob's many health benefits.
1. Carob is dairy free for those vegan or lactose intolerant
2. Medicinally, carob is used for digestion problems including diarrhea and heartburn.
3. There is good reason to believe that carob may be beneficial in the
treatment of diabetes, since it reduces blood glucose and
insulin levels.
4. Carob lowers high cholesterol levels in the blood. Not only serum cholesterol,
but also serum triglycerides.
5. Carob contains a large amount of phenolic antioxidants. Phenolic
antioxidants helps the body fight diseases that are the result of cell
oxidation caused by free radicals, such as cancer.
6. Carob contains no caffeine or other stimulants
7. Carob has almost no fat naturally and has a lot of natural sweetness, so it doesn't need as much added sugar.
Try adding yummy carob chips to cookies and desserts as a substitute for chocolate. Carob powder can also be added to hot water or milk for a delicious warm beverage. Enjoy!
1. Carob is dairy free for those vegan or lactose intolerant
2. Medicinally, carob is used for digestion problems including diarrhea and heartburn.
3. There is good reason to believe that carob may be beneficial in the
treatment of diabetes, since it reduces blood glucose and
insulin levels.
4. Carob lowers high cholesterol levels in the blood. Not only serum cholesterol,
but also serum triglycerides.
5. Carob contains a large amount of phenolic antioxidants. Phenolic
antioxidants helps the body fight diseases that are the result of cell
oxidation caused by free radicals, such as cancer.
6. Carob contains no caffeine or other stimulants
7. Carob has almost no fat naturally and has a lot of natural sweetness, so it doesn't need as much added sugar.
Try adding yummy carob chips to cookies and desserts as a substitute for chocolate. Carob powder can also be added to hot water or milk for a delicious warm beverage. Enjoy!
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