F.A.Q. - The Yacon Farm
F.A.Q.
What is the Yacon?
Yacon is a plant native to South America and belonging to the sunflower family, which produces an edible tuberous root, used for centuries by local populations in nutrition and traditional medicine.
Is it possible to buy Yacon in its natural form?
Yacon would be excellent for the preparation of salads, but unfortunately it is not allowed to import this food to the European continent.
TODAY, thanks to The Yacon Farm, it is possible to buy this precious fruit also in Italy or Europe.
How can Yacon be taken?
There are several products on the market Yacon based. The most common is certainly a syrup extracted directly from the root that has the consistency of molasses and can also be used as a natural sweetener. There are also supplements in capsules or powder that contain this food, today thanks to the company The Yacon Farm you can buy also fresh fruits on several nutritional shops.
Is it true that the Yacon makes you lose weight?
Yes, Yacon contains a substance, oligofructose, which is able to regulate blood sugar levels, eliminating blood sugar spikes that are responsible for hunger attacks. In addition to this, this molecule acts directly on some hormones linked to appetite, suppressing it. This makes it easier to control the daily calorie intake and, consequently, lose weight.
How much weight can you lose by taking on the Yacon?
It depends on the food and physical habits of the person who takes it. Yacon is not a miracle product that removes excess weight without any effort. It is a help to make some important changes to food style. For this reason, although some effects can be noticed even without sacrifice, by introducing some exercise together with the integrator can help achieve much more appreciable results.
Is it true that Yacon promotes digestion?
Yes, the oligofructose contained in Yacon is not digested by the intestine (because it is a very complex molecule), but it ferments, favoring the proliferation of the bacterial flora and therefore allowing a more correct digestion and a better absorption of nutrients.
Is it true that Yacon can reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels?
Yes, some research has shown that taking Yacon helps to a reduction in the levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, thus protecting the liver from the accumulation of fatty molecules and the cardiovascular system from serious pathologies such as stroke and heart attack.
Is it true that Yacon can strengthen the immune system?
Yes, Yacon contains large amounts of antioxidants (in particular polyphenols) that support the action of the immune system in the fight against free radicals, molecules responsible for the premature aging of tissues and the appearance of some dangerous pathologies such as cancer.
Is it true that Yacon helps keep bones strong?
Yes, the Yacon promotes the absorption by the intestine of some minerals such as calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. These substances help keep the skeletal system healthy, reducing the risk of bones and teeth injuries and preventing certain diseases such as osteoporosis.
Is it true that Yacon has diuretic properties?
Yes, and they have been known to the local populations since ancient times. Yacon promotes the frequency of urination and consequently reduces the risk of urinary tract problems such as infection and kidney stones.
Are there any contraindications to the use of Yacon?
Yacon is a completely natural food, used for centuries by the populations of Latin America and Asia. For this reason there are no particular contraindications to its use. Of course, in case of allergy to the sunflower family, the use of this product is absolutely to be avoided.
Does Yacon have any side effects?
No, if we exclude the possibility of diarrhea in people who already suffer from this problem. For the rest, no problems were observed when the doses are respected. In the event of an overdose, some intestinal discomfort may occur, generally not serious.
What is about ideal dosage?
For the syrup, a tea spoon before each meal (at least half an hour, so that it can act). As for the capsules and powders, it depends on the content of Yacon inside, so it is advisable to carefully follow the instructions on the package.
