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It is a plant native to the Andean region with a long tradition of use dating back to pre-Inca times. pre-Inca times. Various historical reports describe that its consumption is recommended for people suffering from people suffering from diabetes and also to alleviate gastrointestinal disorders, to avoid the fatigue of the fatigue of the peasants during their long work in the fields and to delay aging.
Today, thanks to science, we know that these traditional uses and other properties are due to several chemical components that exist in the roots of yacon.
Fructooligosaccharides
There is abundant scientific evidence that establishes that FOS help reduce cholesterol and strengthen the immune system response. Recent research has established that consumption of yacon, in the form of syrup or flour, contributes to weight loss in obese people, reducing the diameter of the abdominal circumference, lowering cholesterol and correcting constipation. In addition, because it has a low glycemic index, it can be consumed by diabetics and people who wish to lose weight.
Scientific papers