For chocolate lovers, carob is a true delight, as apart from being very delicious, it is also low in fat and calories, contains no caffeine and it is very healthy.
Carob not only lacks the negative effects of chocolate, but it is also very nutritious. It contains vitamin Β1, vitamin Α, vitamin Β2, calcium, magnesium, potassium and the minerals iron, manganese, chromium, copper and nickel. It contains approximately 8 percent protein and is a good source of fibre. Compared to chocolate, carob has three times more calcium, one third less calories and seventeen times less fat.
Tahini, made 100% of ground sesame seeds, is a valuable food as it is rich in proteins, vitamins (Ε, Β1, Β2, niacin etc.), amino acids and carbohydrates. Tahini could be considered a superfood, since it combines all these nutrients that are necessary for the normal functioning of human organism.
Honey is recommended against obesity caused by defective metabolism and water retention in the tissues.
Glucose, the basic sugar of honey, is an important energy source for the heart, while it increases the organism’s defense against infections.
Furthermore, the consumption of honey increases the amount of hemoglobin, mainly due to the content of copper and iron, which is organic and thus 100% absorbable without causing constipation issues.
Also, honey is a valuable remedy for stomach and duodenal ulcers, due to its antibacterial and healing properties.
The combination of these three ingredients is a delicious and healthy way to start your day and the best snack for children at school.
