What are the effects and functions of yacon

Recently, a kind of food similar to sweet potato is often seen on sale in the market, but its price is much higher than that of sweet potato. It also has a nice name called yacon. It is not only a vegetable but also a fruit that can be eaten directly. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and is known as the "magic fruit" locally. Yacon has a crisp and tender texture, rich nutrition, and a sweet and attractive taste. Eating it has many benefits for the body.

1. Maintain the balance of intestinal flora

The ingredient yacon contains unique fructooligosaccharides. After entering the human intestine, this substance can promote the regeneration of probiotics, maintain the balance of human intestinal flora, promote intestinal peristalsis, accelerate the contraction of the intestinal lining, and has a very obvious effect on alleviating human intestinal dysfunction and adverse symptoms such as constipation and diarrhea.

2. Protect the heart and improve the body's disease resistance

Yacon contains a variety of trace elements that are beneficial to the human body, among which the content of trace elements magnesium, zinc and phosphorus are very high. These substances can directly act on the human heart, nourish the myocardium and improve heart function. In addition, the fructose, vitamins and minerals it contains can promote the regeneration of the body's immune cells and improve the body's own disease resistance. Regular consumption can prevent the occurrence of sub-health conditions in the human body.

3. Clear away heat and detoxify to prevent getting angry

Yacon is a cold food ingredient that can remove heat and toxins from the human body. The pectin and dietary fiber it contains can clean out toxins in the intestines, purify the internal environment of the human body, and prevent toxin accumulation. Eating it in moderation can not only clear away heat and detoxify, but also prevent a variety of symptoms of getting angry, especially for mouth sores, sore throat, and bad breath.

4. Beauty and nourishment of the skin

Yacon is a rare beauty ingredient that can detoxify and reduce inflammation. It can be used to prevent and treat facial acne and pimples. In addition, the vitamins and minerals it contains can promote skin cell regeneration, lighten spots and eliminate deep skin inflammation, reduce wrinkle formation, keep people's skin healthy, and reduce the occurrence of common skin diseases such as skin inflammation and acne.