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artichoke
(redirected from globe artichokes)

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artichoke,
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.
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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.
VERSATILE ARTICHOKES by Daily Post (Liverpool, England)
Globe artichokes were introduced to the USA in the 19th century by French and Spanish immigrants who settled in Louisiana and California respectively.
Artichoke Promotes Healthy Fat Digestion and Metabolism by Darrell Miller / Food/cooking/nutrition community
Globe artichokes were introduced to the USA in the 19th century by French and Spanish immigrants who settled in Louisiana and California respectively.
Artichoke Promotes Healthy Fat Digestion and Metabolism by Darrell Miller / Health, general community
 
 
 
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