Nutritionally, artichokes compete with broccoli and potatoes |
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Attention all diet and health conscious consumers: artichokes are extraordinarily rich in fiber, low in fat and a source of protein to say the least. In fact, The National Research Council of Italy ('Il Consiglio Nazionale Delle Ricerche') rates the artichoke as second only to the potato in nutritive importance.
Consider this - a medium sized artichoke (about 12 ounces) has only 25-35 calories, zero fat, 6 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of protein (most of the essential amino acids). Yet it is very high in fiber, with the following vitamin and mineral content:
Minerals | Vitamins | ||
Potassium Sodium Folic Acid Magnesium Phosphorous Calcium Copper Zinc |
200mg 75mg 10mg 10mg 6mg 2-4mg 2-4mg 2-4mg |
Vitamin C Vitamin B6 Vitamin E Niacin Pantothenic Acid Riboflavin
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10mg 2-4mg 2-4mg 2-4mg 2-4mg 2-4mg
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The rich fiber content of artichokes and other vegetables, in reducing the risk of colon cancer, has been repeatedly stressed by the National Cancer Research Society. This and other health benefits of the artichoke are covered in the section 'Therapeutic'.
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