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Although rhubarb is not necessarily the most popular plant, it nevertheless deserves our full attention as its benefits are so important. The richness of rhubarb lies more in its roots than in its leaves. But it is worth it… Once you have passed the very tedious stage of peeling, you will be able to benefit, in addition to its delicate tangy scent, from numerous health benefits. It turns out in fact:
Moisturizing: 100g of rhubarb contains… 92g of water! This shows its high hydration potential although it is lower than that of cucumber (96g), zucchini (94g) or even tomato (94g). In short, an ideal food to quench your thirst!
Low in calories when eaten… raw. Rhubarb is a food naturally low in sugar: 1.47g of carbohydrate per 100g, far behind a fruit like black or white grapes (15g-16g). On the other hand, it will be more caloric when cooked with added sugar. sugar…
Ally of our bones : rhubarb contains 129mg of calcium per 100g. Which represents an excellent performance for a fruit. It is therefore twice as rich in calcium as an orange. Enough to contribute to strengthening our skeleton!
Friend of the brain? According to studies carried out in animals, rhubarb is one of foods such as cinnamon or turmeric, likely to fight against the accumulation of beta–amyloid proteins in the brain. Which is known to form amyloid plaque in Alzheimer’s disease.
Good for teeth! According to a 2013 Canadian study, compounds present in rhubarb – particularly young plants… – prove effective in inhibiting certain bacteria (Porphyromonas gingivalis) responsible for periodontal diseases. In other words, diseases of infectious origin which affect the periodontium, the tissue (gums, bone, etc.) supporting the teeth. So why deprive yourself of rhubarb?
