Silicon is one of the most abundant elements on earth. Its compounds are necessary for the normal functioning of the human body and metabolic processes. Silicon promotes better absorption of calcium and iron.
Instructions
Step 1
Modern products for the most part undergo careful processing, ridding them of all that is superfluous, which leads to significant losses of nutrients, including silicon, which disappears along with waste. The human body needs 20-30 g of silicon per day. Its greatest amount is found in plant products, peelings of vegetables and fruits, grain husks, cereals and sprouts.
Step 2
The record holder for silicon content is Jerusalem artichoke. In the dry matter of Jerusalem artichoke, the silicon content is 8%. In addition, the silicon contained in Jerusalem artichoke is organic and easily absorbed by the body. In addition to silicon, Jerusalem artichoke contains a large amount of protein, calcium, vitamins, inulin and has a low calorie content, which makes it a dietary product approved for use in diabetes mellitus. Jerusalem artichoke improves the absorption of selenium obtained from other foods. The tubers of this plant are used for food.
Step 3
Barley groats contain 600 mg of silicon per 100 g of product. In its manufacture, no grinding and polishing of grain is used, which contributes to the preservation of useful substances in it. Barley porridge turns out to be high-calorie and healthy. In addition, barley slowly raises blood sugar levels, resulting in a longer feeling of fullness. Buckwheat is slightly inferior in the amount of silicon. In it, it is equal to 120 mg per 100 g of product. Buckwheat is rich in fiber and nutrients. It is recommended for people with overweight and diabetes mellitus. Oatmeal also contains silicon. The use of cereals from the above cereals will provide the body with useful substances and protect against cardiovascular diseases and diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
Step 4
Fresh legumes contain a fairly high amount of silicon. Lentils, green peas and beans are especially rich in this element. Lentils contain in their composition all the elements necessary for the human body, green peas contain a protein similar in composition to an animal, which is easily absorbed by the body. Beans are one of the healthiest foods for the human body. It contains substances that lower blood sugar levels, normalize metabolism and protect against the development of cardiovascular diseases. Beans retain all their beneficial properties even after heat treatment and conservation.
Step 5
Medium silicon foods include wild berries, green leafy vegetables, herbs, raisins, pistachios, eggs, and some mineral waters. Although these products do not contain a large amount of silicon, with their regular use, they are able to maintain its required level in the body.
