Someone may wonder Why should i read about sugarcane, i have heard lots of people say sugarcane causes weight gain, increased sugar level is it good or bad? Oh well sugarcane is a fruit, and my blog is not all about diseases alone, healthy eating is involved and moreover I see sugarcane everywhere this days, sugarcane, improve your immune system today covid-19 is still in existence we need to boost our immune system that's our only weapon so get in here let's learn about some juicy sugarcane
Sugarcane is one of the cheapest and most affordable fruits I always wonder if it ever had it own special season, funny how sugar cane can grow anywhere as long as there is soil, water, sun for it to tap its nutrients from, I also think it got her name from the height, sugar from his natural sweet taste, hence the name sugarcane
Growing up my dad loved sugarcane so much even up till date, but
Welcome back to my blog fellas, thank you for stopping by, you could check out previous post on my blog I’m sure you’ll find something interesting! So today I’ll be sharing essential macro nutrients found in sugarcane that we need in our body on a daily basis, when the body lacks certain nutrients our immune system weakens and it affects our overall health. so, we have
1. Potassium
2. Magnesium
3. Calcium
POTASSIUM
Regulate fluid balance in the body
Helps in muscle contraction, nerve signals
Protects against stoke
Prevents Osteoporosis
Prevents kidney stones
The body does not produce this nutrient naturally on her own hence the need to consume foods that are rich in potassium, what happens if my body lacks potassium?
Your body would develop some deficiency like
Weakness
Fatigue
Muscle cramps
Constipation as a result of imbalance fluids system
Sometimes abnormal heart rhythms
Magnesium
Supports the immune system
Aids in enzyme reactions
Healthy bones
Insulin metabolism
Improves the cardiovascular health
Prevents migraines
Reduces anxiety
What happens when my body lacks magnesium?
Extreme shaking of the body
Headaches
Nervous feelings
Affects your heart also
CALCIUM
Majority of us would be familiar with the function of calcium as it is found in dairy products too, this is to tell you how important calcium is to the human body it helps to improve body bones and strengthen your teeth too, you don’t want to eat something without having to chew properly.
What happens when you lack calcium the body is at risk of?
Osteoporosis; weaker bones
Weak finger nails
Muscles cramps
Erosion of your tooth
Delay in child growth
The above nutrients and many more are found in sugarcane just imagine all of that,
Having seen the role the above nutrients play in the body I think it is safe to say sugarcane is a healthy snack when taken in moderation.
8 health benefit of sugarcane
It Helps to reduce kidney stones as it is a diuretic
It can serve as energy drink as it contains carbohydrates
It aids in digestions and reduces constipation
It contains dietary fiber
It helps to elevate pains of STD and UTI
Reduces bad cholesterol level in the body
It can be a source of exercise for your teeth and also improve oral health
Do you also know that sugarcane contains
0% fat
0% cholesterol
30% gylemic sugar (natural sugar)
About 250 calories
it is crunchy despite it is filled with water, do you also know that it can be processed into sugarcane juice? Personally I think I would rather chew it to pass time while reading or relaxing. Having seen the role the above nutrients play in the body I think it is safe to say sugarcane is a healthy snack when taken in moderation.
The above nutrients and many more are found in sugarcane just imagine all of that, in summary sugarcane can be a source of healthy snacks, as it contains essential macro nutrients
What’s your take on sugarcane? Do you love it? Ever eaten it before?
Remember a healthy body holds a healthy soul and mind
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