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🌿 Carob Bean Pods (Ceratonia siliqua) | Caffeine-Free Chocolate Alternative & Digestive Support | NYCherbs®
The Remedy:
🌱 Other Names: Carob Bean, St. John’s Bread, Algarrobo, Locust Bean, Johannisbrot (German), Caroube (French), Kharrub (Arabic)
✨ Key Benefits:
🌾 Rich in fiber → supports digestion & blood sugar balance
🍫 Caffeine-free chocolate alternative → naturally sweet, low-fat substitute
💪 Nutrient-rich → source of calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamins A, B, D
🛡️ Antioxidant support → polyphenols for cellular protection
⚖️ Cholesterol regulation → may lower LDL (“bad” cholesterol)
📌 Traditional & Modern Uses:
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Ancient Mediterranean food and medicine, used as a natural sweetener
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Powder used as a cocoa alternative in baking and beverages
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Supports cholesterol management and weight balance
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Gentle digestive aid for children and sensitive stomachs
🌼 Herbal Combinations:
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🌱 Cinnamon → synergizes for blood sugar and digestive wellness
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🌾 Oats → enhances cholesterol-lowering and fiber support
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🌿 Licorice Root → balances sweetness and digestive comfort
🧴 Available Forms:
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Whole Pods
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Powder
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Syrup
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Capsules