02/08/2025
Know your food
Arbi or colocasia or taro root
Arbi is good source of Fiber, Manganese, Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, Potassium, Copper, Vitamin C, Phosphorus & Magnesium. Thus beneficial for health of heart, gut and blood sugar.
# Taro root contains fiber and resistant starch, which both slow digestion and reduce blood sugar spikes after meals.
# This also helps in lowering cholesterol and reducing risk of heart disease.
# Arbi contains polyphenols and antioxidants that may combat cancer growth and protect body from oxidative stress.
# The fiber and resistant starch in arbi are fermented by gut bacteria to form short-chain fatty acids, which may protect against colon cancer and inflammatory bowel disease.
# It reduces depression and anxiety. It also energizes the body and mind.
# The beta-Carotene, Calcium and Magnesium contents make it capable of halting premature ageing.
# it is also good for Hair and eyes being good source of vitamin E & A.
# Arbi being rich in fibre, relieves constipation .