Carob and the Digestive System
Carob has long been traditionally used in the Mediterranean and Anatolia for digestive complaints such as diarrhea. This use is associated with the tannin and fiber content of carob. Some clinical studies in children suggest that carob products may shorten the duration of diarrhea when used in addition to oral fluid therapy.
Read MoreCarob Antioxidant Properties
Carob; It is a fruit rich in polyphenolic compounds such as gallic acid, gallotanins, condensed tannins and flavonoids. In laboratory studies, carob extracts and powders show significant antioxidant activity.
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Carob and Blood Sugar: Evaluation in Terms of Diabetes
Carob is a food that seems contradictory in terms of blood sugar due to its high natural sugar content on the one hand and its components such as dietary fiber and D-pinitol on the other. Therefore, definitive statements such as "carob lowers blood sugar levels" or "diabetics should not consume it at all" do not reflect the truth.
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