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Re: Sustainable Food Production
By: AGelbert Date: February 8, 2018, 7:43 pm
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Re: Sustainable Food Production
By: AGelbert Date: February 16, 2018, 8:43 pm
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[center]What is a free-flowing river?[/center]
SNIPPET:
A free-flowing river is largely unaffected by human-made changes
to its flow and connectivity. Water, silt, and other natural
materials can move along unobstructed. Animals, such as river
dolphins and migratory fish, can swim up and down stream at
will. And the river itself can swell and shrink naturally, flow
at an organic volume and rate, and replenish groundwater
sources.
Full educational article with multiple animation graphics:
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https://www.worldwildlife.org/pages/free-flowing-rivers
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Duckweed is a UNIQUE plant source of vitamin B12 😀
By: AGelbert Date: March 3, 2022, 5:04 pm
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SEPTEMBER 8, 2019 BY MARC SEWARD
SNIPPETS:
I live in a part of Thailand where duckweed has long been
consumed by humans. Duckweed is the common name for any of 11
species of aquatic plant, known scientifically as Wolffia. In
Thailand, the species used for human consumption is called
Wolffia globosa. The Thais refer to the plant as Kai naam (water
eggs). ... ...
In Thailand and come other countries in South East Asia, the
plant is skimmed from the top of the water before being cleaned
and cooked then eaten as a vegetable.
NUTRITIONAL VALUE
Protein makes up over 45% of the pant�s dry weight and Its
incredibly high protein content gave rise to another common name
� �vegetable meatball�. [img
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Duckweed contains all nine of the essential amino acids giving
it a protein profile similar to eggs. This makes the plant a
potential source of high quality protein for vegans and in areas
of the world where nutritional support is needed.
Duckweed is also a great source of nutrients including many
minerals and vitamins. minerals. Duckweed is a good source of
vitamin A and the B-complex vitamins and is a unique plant
source of vitamin B12. The plant is a good source of dietary
fiber and contains minerals like zinc and iron. In addition,
duckweed contains abundant antioxidants including polyphenols,
and flavonoids like catechins. ... ...
Previous studies had found that duckweed was a valuable source
of protein while the iron content of the plant could help
protect against anemia. (2) (3) ... ...
The researchers found that duckweed contained all 9 of the
essential amino acids as well as being rich in minerals like
zinc and iron and vitamin B12.
The study, which involved 36 male subjects, found that the
protein found in duckweed was highly bioavailable. The
[b]absorption rate of its amino acids was similar to that of
soft cheese.[/b]
The researchers concluded that mankai duckweed offered
high-quality protein and was a potential substitute source for
animal proteins. (3) ...
BLOOD-SUGAR CONTROL
A very recent study revealed that duckweed helped keep blood
sugar levels under control making it a good choice for people
with diabetes in particular. (
The blood-sugar response of those given a duckweed shake was
compared with subjects given a yogurt shake. Drinking a shake
made with duckweed resulted in a number of positive health
benefits when measured over a two week period. These included
improvements in fasting glucose levels, reductions in peak
glucose levels and more rapid evacuation of glucose from the
system. (1)
VITAMIN B12
Duckweed is a good source of many minerals and vitamins and
studies have found that duckweed is a unique plant source of
vitamin B12. [img
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Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a vitamin that your
body very much needs but is unable to produce. It is mostly
found in animal sources but is also added to certain food
products.
Vitamin B12 benefits the body in a wide variety of ways
including the following:
֍ It can boost your levels of energy.
֍ It helps the production of red blood cells.
֍ It can prevent birth defects making it important for
pregnant women.
֍ Might have brain health benefits.
֍ May help protect against depression.
֍ Supports healthy skin and hair.
BONE HEALTH
Duckweed contains minerals like calcium, which is known for
making the bones stronger and healthier while the vitamin B12 it
contains has also been linked to bone health and strength.
One study involving over 2500 adults found that people with a
deficiency in vitamin B12 had lower than average bone mineral
density. (4)
Other studies have revealed a link between low B12 levels and
poor bones, which in turn can lead to osteoporosis particularly
in women. (5) ... ...
SUSTAINABILITY
Companies in Israel have started to grow the Mankai species of
duckweed in closed environments. It is good for the environment
and is highly sustainable. When compared to other nutritious
foods like spinach, kale and soy, duckweed requires just a
fraction of the water to produce a gram of protein.
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Not only does it help save water, but can be grown all the year
round with hydroponic cultivation methods. ... ...
WHAT DOES DUCKWEED TASTE LIKE?
Duckweed confers plenty of nutrients but not a great deal of
flavor. The plant has a mild, neutral flavor and is completely
odorless. I add it to omelets and soups and it adds a small
amount of flavor reminiscent of spinach.
IS DUCKWEED SAFE TO EAT?
As long as your duckweed comes from a clean source, it is safe
for human consumption. There is however concern about the high
levels of calcium oxalate found in the plan (2-4% by weight).
Calcium oxalate is also present in other leafy green vegetables
like swiss chard and spinach but at a considerably lower level.
Calcium oxalate may be toxic in very large doses. Cooking your
duckweed can reduce the levels of calcium oxalate found in the
plant. ... ...
FINAL THOUGHTS
Duckweed has been eaten in parts of Asia for a very long time
and it is only now that the West has started to evaluate its
potential benefits for human consumption. ... ...
While research is at a very early stage, the evidence so far
suggests that this plant is highly sustainable and could provide
an excellent source of nutrients for an affordable price.
At the time of writing, duckweed is not being commercially grown
for human consumption but that may well change soon. [img
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(1)
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31076421
(2)
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30915471
(3)
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30591380
(4)
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15619681
(5)
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12612156
https://healthyfocus.org/health-benefits-of-duckweed-for-humans/
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