he Te Hocot, From the Nahuatl language “texocotl” meaning: acid stone, One of the fruit best known for Mexico, its existence can only mean one thing: the holidays are coming.But as well as announcing one of the most anticipated celebrations of the year, it can also help us combat some diseasefind out which ones.
For filling piñatas or punches fruithe Te Hocot It’s healthier than many people think, so after reading this article, you won’t want to wait any longer for New Year’s Day treats.
this fruit It has many benefits healthyFor example:
- Contains large amounts of calcium and iron
- Provides B-complex
- It is rich in vitamins A and C
Therefore, due to its nutritional content, Te Hocot can help you take care of your healthy And your family’s.
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According to the Digital Library of Traditional Medicine of Mexico at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, Te Hocot Boiling helps fight disease Respiratory diseases such as cough, asthma, pneumonia, bronchitis, colds and lung pain.
in the case of disease For typical digestive ailments such as diarrhoea, amoeba or dysentery, cooking the leaves and bark is enough to relieve discomfort.
for those who are suffering diabetesthis fruit It can be an important ally in regulating blood sugar levels.
An interesting fact about this fruit Originating in our country, in some places it is used against the famous “chipilez” among children.
In turn, the Mexican government tells us, Te Hocot It helps promote blood circulation, in addition to strengthening the immune system and preventing infectious diseases. It also benefits the nervous system and helps care for skin, nails and hair.
It is also used in kidney disease, weight loss, to relieve contractions caused by tachycardia, as a diuretic and as an antispasmodic agent.
Although in all cases it is better to see a doctor who can guide us in our health. healthy and home remedies What we can or cannot accept.
Profession
In addition to being consumed as an infusion or infusion, Te Hocot It can be enjoyed in many ways, such as:
- spirits
- typical candy
- Artes
- jelly
- jam
- jam
Here we leave you one recipe Simple and easy Tehocotes In syrup, your whole family can enjoy it. The ingredients you need are:
1kg Tehocotes
1 piloncillo or half a kilogram of sugar
1 cinnamon stick
2 bald
program
The first thing is to wash Tehocotes To eliminate any kind of impurities, then place them in boiling water for a minute.
Remove them from the water, peel them and place them in a container with the cloves and cinnamon sticks.
in water Tehocotesadd piloncillo or sugar to get honey.
Recommended to serve Tehocotes cold
now you know everything benefit what did he bring Te Hocotdo not hesitate to consume it whenever possible.
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