Arikanchan(Colocasia esculenta)

Arikanchan(Colocasia esculenta , Also known as Taro) corns contain vitamins A, C, E and K plus the B-complex ones of thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, B6, foliate B12 and panto thenic acid (B5) and choline. It also contains the minerals calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, sodium, zinc and selenium, as well as Omega-3 and-6 fatty acids. There are 18 amino acids in the corm and bet-carotene, so it is packed with nutrients and a very healthy addition to a diet.

Nutrients found in Colocasia root are:
Colocasia comprises of carbohydrates, proteins, dietary fiber, less content of fats and zero cholesterol. It contains the minerals namely sodium, potassium, copper, iron, calcium, manganese, magnesium, zinc, selenium, and vitamins such as B Vitamin constituents like, niacin, pyridoxine, folates, pantothenic acid, thiamin, riboflavin, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, and antioxidants like zeaxanthin, lutein, carotenoids as well, all contribute to promote good health. Taro root possess amylopectin and amylase, which are more complex carbohydrates that contribute to slow digestion, and regulates blood glucose levels. Colocasia root are free from gluten, and comprises of good source of dietary fiber, antioxidants, minerals and vitamins, which aids in good digestion, prevents constipation. Due to the presence of rich flavonoids, carotenoids, and vitamin A, it improves vision, prevents macular degeneration, improves skin health, prevents oral cavities, prevents gum’s disorder, and prevents lung and oral cancers. Due to the presence of Vitamin B complex constituents, it prevents Vitamin B deficiency disorder, promotes healthy digestion. Due to the presence of potassium and other essential minerals, it regulates hypertension, lowers blood pressure, improves heart health, and prevents cardiovascular disorders.

One of the distinguishing properties of the vegetable is the strong irritation it causes to the hands, throat, mouth and lips. Raphides along with another chemical (calcium oxalate) are responsible for this. Though this irritation is repelling for the humans, but it serves a logical purpose of warding off animals and preventing them from eating it.

Possible Health Benefits of Arikanchan Leaves are:
• Improves Eyesight
• Supports Good Vision
• Fights Viral Infections
• Protects from Viral Infections
• Reduces Chances of Night Blindness
• Moisturizes Skin
• Moisturizes Eyes
• Moisturizes Mucous
• Antioxidant Support
• Protects from Free Radicals
• Protects Cells from Oxygen Damage
• Reduces Sensitivity to Light
• Improves Skin around eyes
• Reduces Oral Sores and Cracks
• Reduces Skin peeling around nose
• Supports Good Vision
• Supports Healthy Skin
• Supports Cells Production
• Supports strong bones
• Supports healthy bones
• Normalizes blood sugar levels
• Supports healthy thyroid gland
• Improves Nerve health
• Protects from free radicals
• Helps protect from nausea
• Reduces vomiting
• Reduces skin rashes
• Maintains Hair color
• Normalizes Cholesterol levels
• Helps prevent dizziness
• Helps prevent hearing loss
• Supports healthy reproduction
• Improves nerve function
• Improves muscle function
• Reduces confusion
• Reduces irritability
• Reduces fatigue
• Lowers chance of heart problems
• Lowers chance of high blood pressure
• Protects from chronic diarrhea
• Improves exercise ability
• Improves wound healing
• Prevents cells from damages
• Improves gums health
• Improves teeth health
• Improves Immune System
• Protects from free radicals
• Reduces Aging
• Lowers Risks of some Cancers
• Improves Iron absorption
• Improves Lung health
• Prevents from frequent colds
• Protects from frequent infections
• Allergies
• Failure-to-thrive and certain gastrointestinal conditions such as diarrhea, gastroenteritis, irritable bowel syndrome, and inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis)