Discover the Health Benefits of Jicama: A Nutrient-Rich Latin American Vegetable
Jicama, a Latin American vegetable, is rich in prebiotics, fiber, nutrients, and water. With its slightly sweet, nutty flavor, it's a versatile ingredient perfect for snacks or enhancing various dishes. Packed with essential vitamins like C and B6, minerals like potassium and iron, and prebiotic fiber inulin, jicama supports overall health, from promoting healing to aiding in weight loss and mood regulation. Learn how to enjoy jicama in your diet and reap its numerous health benefits.
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Jicama Jicama Jicama (Hik-a-ma) is a Latin American vegetable is rich in prebiotics, fiber, nutrients and water. Its slightly sweet, slightly nutty flavor makes it a unique stand-alone snack or suited for an additional ingredient in a variety of dishes. For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
Jicama Jicama 1 cup fresh jicama provides: 49 Calories 1 gm protein No fat No cholesterol 6.4 gm fiber For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
Jicama Jicama Jicama is high in vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that promotes healing, and maintains healthy skin, bones, and cartilage. For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
Jicama Jicama Jicama contains vitamin B6, important for healthy metabolism and mood regulation. For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
Jicama Jicama Potassium in jicama maintains fluid levels, aids in muscle contractions, and promotes healthy blood pressure. For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
Jicama Jicama Jicama is a significant source of iron, needed for growth, development, and the creation of blood proteins responsible for delivering oxygen in the body. For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
Jicama Jicama Jicama is also a source of the prebiotic fiber, inulin, which may help with weight loss, boost mood and lower the risk of certain chronic diseases. For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
Jicama Jicama Jicama is traditionally eaten raw, peeled and sliced into strips, usually with lemon or lime juice and seasoned with chili powder. For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
Jicama Jicama Jicama can also be sliced thin and added to sandwiches or to replace the tortilla in tacos. Cube and toss in salads for a crunch. For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
Jicama Jicama Since jicama is porous, it picks up flavors easily. It can be marinated and added to recipes such as stir fry saut over low heat until barely tender. For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
Jicama Jicama For recipes, visit any of these 3 websites www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative www.coosheadfood.coop/join-us https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities For more information, visit our website: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative
