It promotes a feeling of lasting satiety.
Long confined to the simple role of snack, oilseed fruits are now established as pillars of health food. Rich in unsaturated fatty acids, fibers, proteins, vitamins and minerals, they participate in the prevention of many deficiencies and metabolic disorders. Almonds, for example, support immunity; The cashews contribute to bone solidity and help reduce fatigue. Less known to the general public, another oilseeds however deserves its place in a balanced diet. Particularly interesting for regulating satiety and increasing magnesium intake, it is distinguished by its complete nutritional profile.
It concentrates many essential nutrients: good quality lipids, vegetable proteins, resistant starch, insoluble fibers, vitamins C and E, as well as minerals such as potassium. A study published in the journal Foods revealed that a simple handle could bring up to 10 mg of magnesium, a micronutrient essential for more than 300 biochemical reactions, from muscle contraction to bone mineralization. Less concentrated than magnesium almond, it turns out to be more full. Thanks to its complex fibers and carbohydrates, it slows the absorption of sugars, limits the variations in blood sugar and reduces cravings. Its low glycemic index makes it an asset to stabilize the appetite and maintain a “health” weight in the long term
This nutrition champion is the souchet, also known by the English name of “Tiger Nut” because his skin recalls the scratches of a tiger. “”They have a slightly sweet and noise natural flavor, some say that the taste recalls that of coconut, others of almonds, even going to call them “almonds of earth“, Describes Jessie, Shafer, a graduate dietician and nutrition consultant in Structi. Like all oilseeds, this small ball the size of a chickpea remains fatty and should be consumed in moderation. Experts suggest consuming about 20 to 30 grams of slut per day, the equivalent of a small handful of 50 boots at breakfast to feel full throughout the day or snack to avoid the famous afternoon stroke.
The Souchet gains in popularity and is increasingly easy to find in France, especially in organic stores, grocery stores specializing in natural products, and very often on online stores dedicated to healthy foods. It is available in different forms to adapt to each need: in whole tubers (natural or rehydrated), in strips for salads or yogurts, or even in flour for preparations of cakes, breads or smoothies.
