The main active ingredient contained in artichoke, among other carbohydrates such as inulin and fiber. It is also a rich source of minerals like sodium, phosphorus, potassium, and calcium. Also provide vitamins such as B1, B3, and vitamin C although the latter is not in large numbers. All of these components is an essential nutrient, but what really makes it so great is the artichokes cynarin and steroids.
Cynarin can help increase the koleretik effect and reduce the secretion of gall ratio of beta / alpha lipoprotein. At the same time cynarin also as a diuretic which helps make more urine.
Besides, steroids limit the absorption of cholesterol in the intestine.
These things that make the artichokes are very helpful in cases of anemia, diabetes, constipation, gallstones, gout or arthritis.
