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Chayot (or Mexican cucumber) is a herbaceous perennial plant of the pumpkin family, native to South America. It is grown in India, Turkey, America, China and Thailand, mainly for agricultural purposes. The leaves, shoots and fruits of the plant are eaten.   Having a high nutritional value and a rich chemical composition   CHEMICAL COMPOSITION The nutritional value of the Mexican cucumber (in 100 g of the product) is presented:   protein – 0.8-0.85 g; carbohydrates-4.45-4.51 g; fat-0.11-0.14 g; dietary fiber – 1.5-1.7 g. Despite the relatively high carbohydrate content, chayot has a low energy value: 19 kcal per 100...

The benefits and harms of garlic cause many different opinions. To understand in which situations the properties of the product will be most useful, you need to carefully study the features.   Chemical composition and caloric content of garlic In folk medicine and in cooking, the benefits of garlic for the human body are widely known. It is determined by the rich composition of the product, it contains many valuable elements. Namely:   vitamins B1 and PP; carotene and riboflavin; vitamin C; phytoncides and pectins; essential oil; enzymes and amino acids; polysaccharides; organic acids; potassium, phosphorus and copper; manganese, iodine,...

We enjoy eating cheese not just because it is delicious. It turns out that it contains one secret – tryptophan. It is an essential amino acid that helps our body produce the happiness hormone serotonin. It is he who makes us enjoy life. Let's find out what cheese is good for health and why it is so popular in the kitchens of many peoples of the world.About the benefits for all of usThe argument about which cheese is healthier can go on forever. Man is a protein being, and therefore, to maintain vitality, he must regularly consume protein, both vegetable...

Strawberry season is now in full swing. The counters are full of ripe berries. So I want to buy more - prepare jam, freeze it for the winter. Every child knows that strawberries are delicious. But what is its use? 1. first of all, strawberries contain vitamins B, A, K, PP and E, as well as vitamin C, which is several times more in this berry than, for example, in citrus fruits. This garden berry is also rich in potassium and phosphorus, magnesium, calcium and sodium. Recent medical studies have confirmed that strawberries contain a fairly large amount of zinc, which...

Crab meat is a delicacy that is characterized by excellent taste and a very delicate structure. Crabs live in fresh and sea water, but marine life is more appreciated, as they have a more pronounced taste. In addition, they contain much more useful substances.The caloric content of crab meat is only 70 kcal per 100 g. It follows that it can be used as a dietary dish.Also, the crab product contains vitamin A, which is necessary for vision. The main role of the marine product is still in the presence of omega fatty acids. These elements activate the brain, strengthen...