The earth apple is a treasure in the earth
The earth apple (Helianthus tuberosus L.), also called gulia, topinambur or Jerusalem artichoke, belongs to the Asteraceae family, among whose very common representatives are the sunflower, daisy, chamomile, white yarrow, edelweiss and other well plant species known in Bulgaria.
In Bulgaria, gulia is not very common as a mass-cultivated plant, although it withstands any conditions and its benefits are really great. Nowadays, however, people are increasingly turning to this forgotten treasure buried in the ground.
Useful properties
The consumption of earth apple regulates blood pressure and has a beneficial effect on the digestive system. Topinambur is a very suitable means of increasing the immune system in case of infections and a weakened organism. Since the inulin in the earth apple promotes the absorption of calcium and magnesium, with which it is taken, the plant is also recommended as a preventive measure against osteoporosis.
The earth apple is widely used as a means of lowering blood sugar levels and reducing the required insulin doses in people suffering from type I diabetes. Unlike potatoes, in which starch is broken down into glucose and thus raises blood sugar, the inulin in the potato An apple breaks down into fructose and in a way does not drastically affect blood sugar levels.
Last but not least, the tubers of the earth apple can serve as a blood purifier and are good for the liver and kidneys. The plant is able to remove various impurities and heavy metals from the body.