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Arrowroot Starch
Arrowroot starch which is main ingredient of Oriflakes products is produced from root of Maranta Arundinacea plant. Maranta Arundinacea belongs to both herbs and spices plants which are related to medication and health benefits.
Herb and spices are plants with savory or aromatic properties that are used for flavoring and garnishing food, for medicinal purposes, or for fragrances. In particular, culinary use distinguishes herb from spices.
Herbs in general refers to the leafy green or flowering parts of a plant, either fresh or dried. In botany, the noun “herb” refers to a “plant that does not produce a woody stem. Herbs have a variety of uses including culinary, medicinal, and in some cases, spiritual.
Spices, on the other hand, are usually dried and produced from other parts of the plant, including seeds, bark, roots and fruits. Spices are sometimes used in medicine, religious rituals, cosmetics or perfume production.
Unlike spices, arrowroot isn’t prized for its taste or aroma. It’s prized for its lack of taste or aroma.
Maranta arundinacea is a large, perennial herb of the Marantaceae family found in rainforest habitats. It is cultivated for a starch obtained from the rootstock, which is called arrowroot. This perennial plant grows to about 2 feet tall, arrowroot has small white flowers and fruits approximately the size and shape of currants. The rootstocks are yellowish white, jointed and covered with loose scales.
In Indonesia, the arrowroot plant is known by various names depending on the area of origin. Some of them are sagu Betawi or sagu Belanda, ubi sagu, arerut or arirut (Malay), angkrik, arus, irut, jelarut, larut, erut (Java), larut or patat sagu (Sundanese), arut or larut (Madura), Hudasula (Ternate).
Arrowroot starch made of Maranta arundinacea plant is rich in nutrients and has various health benefits for the body. It has lower glycemic index than other carbohydrate sources such as rice, wheat, potatoes, and cassava. Glycemic index is a measure showing an increase in person’s blood sugar levels after consuming certain foods.
Health & Medication Benefits of Arrowroot
#1Provide Variety of Nutrients
Arrowroot is not only high in carbohydrates, but also offers a variety of nutrients. A one cup serving of raw arrowroot (120 gram) contains the followings:
* DV stands for Daily Value
Note: arrowroot contains higher protein (5 grams per 120 grams) than other tubers (2.3 grams per 120 grams). It provides more than 100% DV for vitamin B9 which is essential for development during pregnancy and DNA formation. Low levels of this vitamin are associated with an increased risk of birth defects and chronic diseases such as cancer. Also, it contains a large amount of phosphorus, iron and potassium.
#2 Help Lose Weight
The main other benefit of arrowroot is help you to lose weight. Arrowroot powder contains 32% resistant starch which your body can not digest. It forms a thick gel when mixed with water and behaves like soluble fiber in your intestines. Foods high in fiber and resistant starch slow down your digestion rate, giving you a prolonged feeling of fullness. In turn, this can regulate your appetite and lead to weight loss.
A study done on 20 adults found that those who took a supplement containing 1.5 ounces (48 grams) of resistant starch experienced significantly lower calorie intake over the next 24 hours, compared to the control group.
#3 Cure Diarrhea
Curing diarrhea is another health benefits of arrowroot. It is done by tightening stools and helping you to rehydrate – replenish your body fluids.
A one month study done on 11 with-diarrhea people found that those who took 2 teaspoons (10 mg) of arrowroot powder 3 times a day experienced less diarrhea and stomach pain. The high content of arrowroot starch played a significant role as it helped increase stool consistency and size.
#4 Support Immune System
Arrowroot is a potential source of prebiotics which are a type of fiber that feeds your gut bacteria. Beneficial gut bacteria can improve your immune health as they produce many vitamins and absorb key minerals your immune system needs to function properly. In addition, they can even affect how your body responds to many diseases.
A fourteen days study done on mice given arrowroot powder resulted in increased blood levels of immunoglobulins G, A, and M which are various antibodies that protect body from harmful microorganisms.
#5 Right Choice for Gluten-Free Diet
Anyone with celiac disease has to avoid gluten completely. Celiac disease is a common digestive disorder in which gluten damages the lining of your small intestine. Grains such as barley, wheat, rye, and any products made of them, contain gluten.
Like most tubers, arrowroot is naturally gluten free. In addition, arrowroot powder can be used as a substitute for wheat flour.
#6 Cure Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Women are more prone to urinary tract infection. Arrowroot name comes from arrowroot’s historical use in applying to poison-arrow wounds, so it is not surprising this beneficial plant reduces inflammation.
Arrowroot is a sedative which is used to relieve pain in inflamed or irritated mucous membranes. The antiseptic content of arrowroot helps cure UTI and also prevents future recurrences.
#7 Relieves Gum and Mouth Pain
The last but not the least, arrowroot able to help relieve toothache and gum. It can be applied directly to sore gums and mouth for pain relief due to its anti-inflammatory properties. For more relief from gum and mouth pain, add coconut oil to your routine as well.
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