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Sunday, 18 January 2026
16 facts about jerusalem artichoke
16 facts about jerusalem artichoke
Helianthus tuberosus
The wild sunflower, also known as topinambur or Jerusalem artichoke, is a plant that has been widely known and used for various purposes since ancient ...

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Sesame seeds
Despite its low glycemic index (G.I. = 35), sesame is a fairly caloric product.
There is 632 kcal in 100 grams of seeds (one tablespoon is about 10 g and 63 kcal), as well as 5% water, 23% carbohydrates (including 12% fiber), 50% fat and 18% protein.
Pumpkin
In addition to its culinary qualities, its health benefits were quickly discovered.
As early as the 16th century, books on pumpkins’ effect on the digestive system or reducing fever be ...
Corn
The corn plant often grows up to 3 m (10ft) tall, although some varieties can reach as high as 13 m (42,5 ft).
The tallest recorded plant reached 14 meters (46 feet) in height. The corn stalk consists of 20 inte ...
Turmeric
It also has a positive effect on the eyes.
Research is ongoing into the effects of turmeric on the treatment of conjunctivitis, dry eye syndrome and glaucoma.
Pumpkin
The French called it “le potiron” - a large mushroom, while the English called it “pumpkin.”
Citron
Citron (Citrus medica) is a perennial plant in the Rutaceae family.
The family includes 161 genera and 2,085 species growing in the tropics and subtropics, less frequen ...
Watercress
Watercress (Nasturtium officinale) is a plant belonging to the cabbage family.
The cabbage family, once called the cruciferous family, has 343-353 genera and about 3630-4010 speci ...
Pumpkin
It was a delicacy on the tables of the ancient Greeks and Romans, who served it fried in honey or grated - in a marinade of wine.
In the 15th century, thanks to Christopher Columbus, it found its way to Europe, where it was initia ...
Stinging nettle
Nettle improves overall metabolism.
It stimulates the production of pancreatic enzymes, drains bile from the bile ducts, improves liver function, and strengthens the stomach.
Jerusalem artichoke
French explorer Marc Lescarbot described Jerusalem artichoke as "as big as a turnip or truffle," fit to eat and tasting "like chard, but more pleasant."
In 1629, English herbalist and botanist John Parkinson wrote that widely grown Jerusalem artichoke h ...