Carob

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Carob tree (lat. Ceratonia siliqua) - a fruit plant belonging to the Legumes family. Other names are foliar ceratonia or carob.

Description

The carob tree is an evergreen tree with an extremely wide crown, the height of which ranges from six to twelve meters. Its leaves are quite dense and feathery, and miniature flowers form quite interesting brushes. These flowers do not have corollas, and their nondescript cups quickly fall off.

The fruits of an unusual carob tree have the appearance of beans, the length of which can vary from ten to twenty-five centimeters, while their width is in the range from two to four centimeters, and their thickness is about 0.5 - 1 cm. These dry pods on the breaks smell like yeast … All beans are non-opening and colored in brown tones, and inside them not only seeds are enclosed, but also surprisingly sweet and very juicy pulp, the percentage of sugar in which can reach fifty percent.

Where grows

The carob tree has long been cultivated in the Mediterranean. It will not be difficult to meet wild specimens there.

Application

From the dried pods, a powder called carob is extracted, which is used by citizens for whom caffeine is contraindicated, instead of cocoa powder. It is used to prepare a drink, the taste of which is very similar to cocoa, in addition, it is quite actively used in baking. In Egypt, these beans are a favorite delicacy of many people, and in Turkey, Sicily, Portugal, Malta and Spain they are used to prepare excellent refreshing drinks without alcohol, as well as rich liqueurs and compotes.

Also, a great variety of drugs are made from beans, which are widely used for gastrointestinal disorders. In addition, they are excellent at helping to strengthen the immune system and will serve well in the treatment of coughs or colds.

The high iron content makes these bizarre fruits indispensable for anemia, in addition, they are a valuable component of a restorative diet with heavy menstruation, as well as after various surgical procedures or severe ailments. These fruits are also rich in zinc, which makes them an excellent remedy for the treatment of impotence or for its prevention.

The potassium contained in fruits has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the kidneys and on the activity of the cardiovascular system, and magnesium helps to normalize the activity of the nervous system and the state of the heart. Calcium in carob will help strengthen teeth and bones, and vitamin B2 will be an excellent aid for vision.

Locust bean seeds are used to extract gum, which is very actively used in the food industry as a thickener. And sometimes seeds also serve as a nutritional supplement for livestock feed.

Syrup made from this exotic tree is incredibly popular among a number of nationalities, because it is an excellent remedy for getting rid of dry coughs, colds and sore throats. It perfectly helps to remove toxins and toxins from the body and will become a real salvation for all kinds of disorders of the nervous system, with constant sleep disturbances, as well as with diarrhea or poisoning. Such a syrup also helps to cope with shortness of breath, especially if it was provoked by allergic reactions. Normalize blood pressure and cholesterol levels, improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, reduce the rapid heart rate - all within the power of this miraculous syrup!

And since showy beans are completely non-allergenic, they make a great product for babies and moms-to-be. In addition, they are often given to infants in order to reduce the frequency of regurgitation and get rid of diarrhea.

Contraindications

The only contraindication to the use of such beans is diabetes mellitus, since carob is very rich in sucrose. And all other people can safely use them, regardless of age and general health.