Calorie content of rahat-lukum, its composition and whether it is possible to eat this sweetness during a diet
Rakhat-lukum is a very common sweetness that came from the East. In modern form, it appeared in the late nineteenth century, deserving a gold medal at an exhibition in Brussels.
It consists of sugar or flour, water, starch and nuts. The word "rahat" means pleasure, "lukum" means small pieces. The caloric value of rahat-lukum directly depends on the composition of the delicacy, which is represented by a wide variety of tastes.
Nutritional value of lukum
Traditional composition of lukuma includes water, starch, sugar, nuts. An approximate indicator of the calorific value of eastern sweetness is 316 kcal per 100 g, which is a bit and a lot. The calorie content of one piece of treat is about 38 kcal.
However, depending on the ingredients it contains, it can fluctuate to a smaller or larger side. A significant role in determining caloric content is played by the choice of sugar: ordinary or cane and its quantity.
The types of this treat are divided by shape and composition.
In the form of rahat-lukum is divided into: cubic, figured( produced for children), whole. In addition, lukum is in the form of a roll or two-layered.
Depending on the composition, fruit is distinguished, where fruit juice is used instead of sugar, nut( caloric content of lukum with nuts is the largest and amounts to 376 kcal, but this delicacy is much more useful, just because of the contents of the latter).
Classic white is produced without foreign additives, it includes only sugar, starch and water. Also there is a product of high class - Vizier, honey and flower deliciosum.
Useful properties of rahat-lukum
The benefits of using rahat-lukuma depends entirely on its ingredients: honey, juice, nuts or flowers. The composition of sweetness includes glucose - a product of natural origin, which has a tonic effect and increases the release of endorphins in the blood. It has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the cardiovascular system, blood circulation, brain, condition of hair, skin and nails. Already for five hundred years, rahat-lukum is famous for its exceptional qualities.
Lukum helps fight against neuroses and depressive conditions. When used in small quantities daily digestive system work.
With viruses and colds, the body helps to fight the substance formed by the combination of starch and glucose. Delicacy strengthens immunity and is an excellent antiseptic at the expense of liquorice, which is part of its composition.
Nutritional or nutritional flavor enhances and improves female and male sexual function.
Children can be given eastern sweetness, but in limited quantities. It is better to give preference to fruit, nut or fig types. Lukum will give kids energy and vivacity, which they will successfully burn in games.
Harm of eastern sweetness
Carbohydrates in lukum, which are easily digested, are the main harm contained in the product. Excessive use leads to obesity, metabolic disturbances and interruptions in the digestive system. Accordingly, the question of whether it is possible to eat with a diet is obvious.
Sugar from the product enters the human blood and increases the level of glucose, resulting in fatigue and reduced efficiency.
It is forbidden to eat rahat-lukum for people with diabetes mellitus, people leading a sedentary lifestyle. Sweetness increases the level of sugar in the blood, which is not always beneficial for the body.
Only the use of rahat-lukuma in limited quantities can benefit and delight in taste. Do not forget about its high caloric content and possible harm to health.