From the fruits of the carob tree, various concentrates are made - syrup, carob powder, gum. These products are useful for women, men, young children, they are used in medicine. Carob syrup is not only healing, but also delicious, it is added to sweets and other confectionery products.
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Chemical composition and nutritional value
Pekmez or carob syrup - a product better known in Turkey and Cyprus, where this plant grows. For Russians, this is exotic, which attracts, but also causes concern. A syrup is made from carob fruit juice. They slowly languish over the fire, boiling until excess moisture evaporates. They love him very much in Turkey, they are used to treat young children above all medicines.
The healing properties of the syrup are explained by its composition:
- fibrin and lignin - favorably affect the intestinal microflora, increasing the number of lactobacilli;
- pectin - reduces the level of "bad" cholesterol in the blood, plays the role of a coagulant and antioxidant, removes harmful substances from the body;
- tannins - help cure diarrhea and helminthic infestations;
- galactomannans - reduce the content of ghrelin peptide, which is responsible for the feeling of hunger;
- vitamins (A, B1, B2, B9, D);
- minerals (Ca, K, Cu, Na, Zn, Mg, Mn, Fe, P).
A large amount of vitamin D makes syrup useful for the prevention of rickets in children. Of the minerals in the product, there is a lot of calcium, which is necessary for both children and adults.With brittle bones, frequent fractures and osteoporosis, during intensive growth, calcium is needed in large quantities.
Interestingly, in the process of growing carob, they are not subjected to chemical treatment from pests, according to manufacturers. Therefore, the syrup does not contain toxic substances hazardous to health.
It is interesting: the benefits and harms of carob
A high level of antioxidants in its composition slows down the aging process, removes free radicals, strengthens the immune system.
What diseases does carob syrup help with?
Syrup cleanses and soothes well. With insomnia or problems with constipation, they drink it at night. This helps to solve two problems at once - restores sleep, and improves digestion. The syrup is drunk in its pure form (1 tsp per reception) or diluted in water. The amount of water depends on taste preferences - you can take 100 or 200 ml, this does not play a special role.
The use of syrup is beneficial for a large number of ailments:
- with impaired metabolism;
- chronic constipation;
- with menopause;
- colds and viral diseases;
- with kidney stones and bladder;
- Depression
- with lung diseases;
- oncology;
- with dysbiosis;
- impotence;
- with inflammation of the oral mucosa;
- migraine;
- with vegetative-vascular dystonia.
Carob syrup will help smokers cure chronic bronchitis. Thanks to the antioxidants that make up the product, it prolongs youth.
Detailed instructions for use
How to take the syrup depends on the ailment that needs to be eliminated. To cleanse the body of toxins, improve the condition with diarrhea and nausea, they drink 1 tbsp. l before meals, 3 or 4 times a day. Small children from 2 to 6 years old are given 1 tsp., From 6 to 12 years old 1 tsp. 3 times a day.
With a cold, cough, sore throat, acute respiratory viral diseases, the syrup is bred in 1 tbsp. hot water (50 ° C), and drink up to 6 times a day before meals.
Severe headache, irritability, anxiety and poor sleep are treated using 5-6 tbsp. l syrup per day for 2 or 3 months. Then take a break for 3 weeks, and if necessary, repeat the course. The instruction for use is not a strict guide; a small excess of the dose will not cause negative consequences if there are no contraindications to use.
Use in traditional medicine
In countries where carob is growing, pod syrup is used in folk medicine. It is given even to infants up to a year with indigestion and colic. Syrup is drunk to relieve headaches, increase immunity, in case of poisoning, gastrointestinal problems, disorders of the nervous system.
It accelerates recovery from colds and viral diseases, helps to lose weight effectively. Carob syrup is appreciated for its sweet taste and diabetes.
Cooking Application
Carob syrup is popular in the culinary of the Mediterranean countries. This product is added to various dishes instead of sugar. Baking is prepared with him, using it as a sweet sauce for pancakes and ice cream.
The gum contained in the fruits of carob is used as a natural thickener in the food industry. Instead of sugar, syrup is added to drinks and confectionery products - chocolate, marshmallow, fondant.
Chocolate Recipe
Components:
- cocoa butter - 50 g;
- cashews - 5 g;
- hazelnuts - 5 g;
- carob - 50 g;
- carob syrup - 1.5 tbsp. l .;
- Pecan - 5 g.
Step by step description:
- Cocoa butter is heated in a water bath.
- Carob and syrup are added to it.
- Poured into molds.
- Add roasted nuts and chopped dried fruits.
- Set to freeze for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Such chocolate is useful for restless babies who cannot sit still.
Useful properties of carob syrup for obesity
The use of carob syrup is recommended with a diet that helps to lose weight. This product softens the negative feelings of dietary restrictions, boosts immunity, and removes harmful substances from the body.
High-calorie syrup (250 kcal per 100 g), so it is drunk no more than 5 teaspoons a day, adding 1 tsp to a glass of water. Exceeding the norm can lead to increased production of insulin and the opposite effect - an increase in body weight.
Recipe for a Weight Loss Drink
Components:
- syrup - 5 ml;
- water - 200 ml;
- lemon - 1 slice.
Use:
- Water is heated to 50 ° C.
- Syrup is dissolved in it.
- Add lemon juice.
- Drink 15 minutes before meals.
Such a drink is useful in the evening, after which sleep becomes more calm and strong.
Shelf life of carob syrup
Carob syrup is best stored in the refrigerator. But if you use it for 2-3 months, you can put it in the kitchen cabinet, on the shelf. At lower temperatures, the syrup will remain liquid longer.
The manufacturer indicates the shelf life on the label. Usually, it is 5 years from the date of production.
Contraindications
Carob pods contain many natural sugars that are easily absorbed by the body. In diabetes, syrup should be used with caution, not more than 1 tsp. 2 times a day.
If you are allergic to fructose, you should drink the syrup with great care, not exceeding the recommended dosage (1 tsp. At the reception). You can not abuse the syrup to obese people, this can slow down the metabolism, and complicate weight loss.
Usually, carob does not cause allergies, so it is recommended to everyone - children, the elderly, diabetics, allergies. A few teaspoons of this natural sweetness per day will help overcome an obsessive hunger.
