How to consume arracacha or creole celery to prevent cardiovascular diseases and digestive problems

He Creole celery or arracacha is a tuber native to the Andean area that is very versatile in the kitchen and provides super necessary nutrients in various health situations.

As a note on the Mercabastos Virtual website says, it is a variety of the same family as the carrot, celery, parsnip and parsley.

Its flavor is similar to carrot and celery and is used to add texture to soups, purees, stews or pancakes. While the young stems can be eaten raw or sautéed.

The nutritional properties of arracacha

• It is an energetic and easily digestible food.

• It is rich in vitamins (especially C and B3).

• Contains minerals such as iron, magnesium, thiamine and phosphorus.

• It offers protein and dietary fiber.

• Contains vitamin B3, a special nutrient for regulating cholesterol and triglycerides.

We must also take into account that due to his high calorie content It is used above all to strengthen preparations and make them more consistent.

Its health benefits

• Helps in the treatment of chronic conditions.

• Prevents anemia.

• Improves the functioning of the circulatory system.

• It helps prevent cardiovascular diseases.

• Improves the health of the digestive system and body tissues.

• Helps prevent gout.

• Improves mood.

• Maintains brain functions.

What are the main contraindications

• May cause allergies and irritation.

• Because it is high in calories, overweight or obese people should consume it in moderation.

• Its frequency should also be limited in case of diabetes.

Your nutrition table

The same source indicates that every 100 grams contribute.

• Calories: 109.

• Fat: 0.2 g.

• Cholesterol: 0 mg.

• Sodium: 0 mg.

• Potassium: 0 mg.

• Carbohydrates: 25 g.

• Dietary fibre: 0.8 g.

• Sugar: 0 g.

• Protein: 1.2 g

• Thiamine (vitamin B1): 4%.

• Vitamin C: 46%.

• Calcium: 3%.

• Iron 6.7%.

• Niacin (vitamin B3): 17%.