While the theme song in Transformers say “Transformers More
Than Meets the Eye” I would say that talbos ng kamote is unknown Transformers
member (laughter side). If transformers
are robots in disguise, well this green leafy tops or talbos ng kamote is a leaf in disguise as
well. Why? Continue reading to find out.
Talbos ng kamote or a sweet potato tops is one of those
vegetables that can be easily grown in the backyard. In fact, it does not
require fertilizers to grow and I have been told that it is good alternative to
rice. Hmm….sounds good but what talbos ng kamote makes so interesting is the
health benefits it gives.
These green leafy tops have the highest content of total
polyphenolic, among other commercial vegetables studied. Wondering what is Polyphenolic? If you are
looking for a vegetable with an excellent source of anti-oxidative stress compounds,
then talbos ng kamote has it.
The polyphenolic
protects the human body from oxidative stress associated with many diseases: Diabetes
(Type 2), Cancer (colon & Stomach) Cardio vascular diseases, problems on
bowel movement, lower blood sugar and cholesterol, kidney stone, boils, and
acne.
Talbos ng camote is a good source of protein, minerals,
dietary fiber and nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorous,
sulfur, iron, and zinc. It is also an
important source of vitamin A, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and ascorbic acid. Indeed,
talbos ng kamote is pack up with many health benefits that help us to stay
healthy all the time.
For this let me share also with you my Ensalada de Talbos ng Kamote. Please click the link for the recipe http://kusina-ko.blogspot.com/2014/11/veggiefy-for-lunch-ensalada-de-las.html
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