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Arrowroot
Arrowroot is a starchy ingredient derived from the rhizomes of tropical plants and commonly used as a gluten-free thickener in cooking and baking. It is bland, easy to digest, and provides mostly carbohydrate with little protein or fat.
Beneficial properties
gluten-free starch
easy to digest
gentle thickener
low in fat
mild flavor
Nutritional highlights
Arrowroot is primarily a source of carbohydrate and provides small amounts of potassium, folate, and some trace minerals, but it is not especially nutrient-dense.
Conditions it helps with
Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
Includes: Celiac Disease
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