Tiger nut

Product Description

Tiger nuts are tubers, like sweet potato, though much smaller in size. They get their name from the stripes on the tubers exterior.Obtained from a plant called yellow nutsedge (cyperus esculentus), these marble-sized tubers are chewy and taste a little like almond and pecan."Tiger nuts are lauded for their high resistant starch fiber content, In addition, they are a good source of plant-based protein, poly and monounsaturated fats, magnesium, calcium, vitamins C and E, Plus, theyre gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those on Vegan or Paleo diet. The antioxidant-rich superfood can be consumed in a number of ways. You can eat them raw, roasted, soaked or boiled. Tiger nuts come in many forms, flours, milked, added to other foods like granola or tree nut mixes. Some health benefits of tiger nuts are: it's helps in allergy maintenance, they're anti bacteria properties, they help to relief constipation. Nutrients per Serving One ounce of raw tiger nuts contains: Calories: **0 Protein: 2 grams Fat: 7 grams Carbohydrates: *9 grams Fiber: *0 grams Sugar: 9 grams