With dark leaves and a texture close to okra, ora-pro-nóbis It is an ingredient that is part of pancs (unconventional food plants). Despite being little known, it is very nutritious and full of health benefits, even helping to boost post-workout and lose weight. Find out more below!
Benefits of ora-pro-nóbis
Second Vanessa Costanutritionist specialized in aesthetic nutrition and women's health, ora-pro-nóbis offers properties anti-inflammatory and antioxidantsworking to prevent various health problems, for example, osteoporosis, constipation and iron deficiency anemia.
It also presents a high protein content (between 20% and 30%), which favors recovery after physical exercise and contributes to building muscle mass.
“This panc has high digestibility and presence of essential amino acids recommended by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations as necessary for human consumption”, adds the professional.
As it is low in calories and rich in fiber, which improves intestinal functioning and promotes satiety, ora-pro-nóbis can be a good option for those who want to lose weight.
Another advantage of this panc is that it carries a good amount of mineralsespecially iron and calcium.
How to consume ora-pro-nóbis?
If you want to add ora-pro-nóbis to your diet, know that this can be done in several ways. The leaves, which are considered neutral in taste, can be consumed hardnessin salads or blended into juices or smoothies, for example, braised or cooked. There is also the possibility of using it in form of flour for preparing recipes such as bread and cakes.
It is worth remembering that, to guarantee health benefits, the best option is to eat 100g ora-pro-nóbis leaves daily.
“O consumption from ora-pro-nóbis may vary according to individual needs and dietary preferences. However, it is recommended to include the plant in a balanced and varied way in your diet, as part of a healthy and diverse diet”, concludes the nutritionist.
