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What is Yacon and its Health Benefits?
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Yacon, more commonly known as the Peruvian ground
apple means "water root" in Inca language. Yacon Syrup is a
natural sweetener extracted from the tuberous roots of the
South American yacon plant. Composing mostly of a type of
sugar called fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and water, yacon
syrup is full of high nutritional properties, leading to an
assortment of health benefits. Here are some reasons why
the highly nutritious yacon is incredibly beneficial for our
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Regulate Blood Sugar Levels
Yacon is used often for its anti-hyperclycemic effects as it is
rich in fructooligosaccharides, derived from inulin, an
indigestible carbohydrate. Inulin provides about half the
sweetness of sugar without increasing blood sugar levels.
Furthermore, fructooligosaccharides also inhibit the
absorption of simple sugars when ingested as well as lower
the amount of glucose production in the liver and thereafter
bring about a shift to lower fasting glucose rates. This is
especially beneficial to people suffering from diabetes, such
as the Type II Diabetes.
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Manage Blood Pressure
As a natural vasodilator with high levels of potassium,
yacon helps to relax blood vessels and to reduce strain on
the cardiovascular system, thus allowing unhindered flow of
blood, nutrients and oxygen to all body tissues and cells.
Additionally, the high levels of potassium in yacon along
with sodium also help to regulate the fluid balance in our
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Facilitate Weight Loss
Yacon is not composed of starch, therefore it has a very low
level of calories as well as the ability to increase satiety
without having to eat more. Yacon also has a slight laxative
effect, most likely due to its fibre content, which is thought
to facilitate safe weight loss. Moreover, yacon has
properties that can lower lipid levels and prevent excessive
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Increase Energy Levels
Staying active is easier with yacon as its active
prebiotic effects can help to boost metabolism,
which will then lead to an increased energy
level. The increasing energy levels will
subsequently help to burn more calories.
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Improve Immune System Function
Considering that it is vital to maintain our
bodies’ immune system, yacon is capable of
building up and protecting our bodies’
defences so as to combat diseases, especially
diseases that affect various organ systems.
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