Parent plant: Cynara scolymus L.
Asteraceae (Aster family)
The artichoke was already valued as a medicinal plant in ancient times. The Greeks and Romans used its digestive benefits. Artichokes are rich in bitter compounds, caffeoylquinic acid derivatives (cynarin), and flavonoids (luteolin). They support the function of the gallbladder and liver by stimulating the production and excretion of bile acid. This also contributes to the regulation of cholesterol levels.
Nutritional values per 100g
Energy: 318 kcal / 1345 kJ
Fat: < 0.1 g
Carbohydrates: 68.5 g
of which sugars: 30 g
Dietary fiber: 10.5 g
Protein: 5.7 g
Salt: 0.2 g
