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n Latin name: Cynara scolymus; part used: leaves; uses: lowers cholesterol, treats nonulcer dyspepsia, provides hepatoprotection; precautions: patients with gallstones or other gallbladder conditions. Also called globe artichoke. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Byline: bryan webb DURING the autumn months I tend to use globe artichokes a lot more, I seem to have it in my head their season runs from September, when they are actually available from early July. In discussing the health benefits of the artichoke, and the way it promotes healthy fat digestion and metabolism, we are talking here about the true artichoke the globe artichoke The alternative Jerusalem artichoke is not an artichoke at all, but a member of the sunflower family In discussing the health benefits of the artichoke, and the way it promotes healthy fat digestion and metabolism, we are talking here about the true artichoke: the globe artichoke. Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus) You should still be harvesting these knobbly tubers - no relation to the globe artichoke - which are ideal for adding to winter soups, baked or combined with sweet, dried fruits and spices in pies. |
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