Description
SPECIFICATION
Product Name | Taro |
Origin | South East Asia |
Family | Araceae |
Binomial name | Colocasia esculenta |
INGREDIENTS
Nutrients | Calories 35 kcal Total Carbohydrates 6g Dietary Fiber 3g |
Minerals | Calcium Iron Magnesium Potassium Folate Phosphorous |
Vitamins | Vitamin A Vitamin C |
Protein | 4 g |
Fats | Less than 1 gm |
USES & BENEFITS
- Taro root has a smooth and starchy texture along with a mildly sweet taste. It can be cooked and used in sweet or savory dishes.
- The fiber and resistant starch in Taro are fermented by gut bacteria to form short-chain fatty acids. These may protect you against colon cancer and inflammatory bowel disease.
- Eating Taro root may increase feelings of fullness, reduce overall calorie intake and increase fat burning. Thus, this helps weight loss and reduces body fat.
- Taro root contains polyphenols and antioxidants that may help to combat cancer growth and protect your body from oxidative stress. But, more research is needed.