Grey Kuzu Root Starch Organic 125 g – Terrasana
Ingredients: grey kuzu root starch* (*certified organic ingredient)
Seeking a versatile ingredient with traditional health benefits? Look no further than grey Kuzu. Known for millennia and valued for its health-supporting properties, it can also be invaluable in the kitchen. Discover what this unassuming product has to offer!
Kuzu is a Japanese root whose renown began over two thousand years ago. From it, valuable starch is obtained, attributed not only with culinary merits but also health-supporting qualities. The starch production process itself adheres to tradition and takes as long as 90 days.
Kuzu Properties
The traditionally attributed properties of kuzu root starch are well-known in the Far East. One of the primary benefits associated with this substance is its ability to support relief from stomach discomfort. The product is believed to reach the intestines, potentially helping to alleviate acidification, infections, and diarrhea. It is often considered a gentle option for children who may not prefer pharmacy preparations.
Grey Kuzu vs White Kuzu
Historically, a prepared serving of white kuzu has also been associated with traditional practices aimed at supporting individuals struggling with alcoholism and the effects of excessive alcohol consumption. Beverages made from kuzu are believed in traditional lore to mitigate the desire for alcohol and potentially support organs like the liver, which can be particularly impacted by high-alcohol substances. Furthermore, kuzu root, owing to its attributed properties, is traditionally thought to assist habitual smokers in their efforts to manage nicotine dependency. Some Japanese researchers suggest that a period as short as one month may be traditionally deemed sufficient to address such dependencies.
Usage and Storage
Each pack of kuzu contains pure starch, sourced from the root and bearing an organic certificate. This preparation can be consumed on its own or used as an addition to many dishes.
The pure product provides just 336 kcal and 84 grams of carbohydrates.
Nutritional values per 100 g:
Energy - 1428 kJ / 336 kcal
Fat - 0 g, of which saturates - 0 g
Carbohydrates - 84 g, of which sugars - 0 g
Fibre - 0 g
Protein - 0 g
Salt - 0,1 g
Storage conditions
Store in a dry and cool place.