Jengko

Jengkol which has the scientific name Archidendron pauciflorum or Pithecellobium jiringa, is a plant typical of Southeast Asia. Jengkol is one type of fruit that is loved but at the same time despised. Jengkol is loved because the taste is very good on the tongue of the fans. However, this UFO-shaped aircraft also has a lot of reproach because it can cause bad breath and a strong odor of urine.
Beyond the problem of controversy because of the smell, it turns out that jengkol has enough benefits for body health.

1. Prevent anemia
   Anemia is a condition when someone lacks red blood cells. This condition is characterized by a pale face, fatigue, frequent dizziness and sometimes patients who get emotionally disturbed. Jengkol contains iron which is beneficial to trigger the production of red blood cells. In 100 grams of jengkol contained 4.7 grams of iron. Because of this wealth, jengkol is believed to be able to restore conditions while preventing anemia.
2. Helps improve the condition of hemorrhoids and diarrhea
   Another benefit of jengkol comes from the content of tannins in it, according to research that was published in the Journal of Science Food Agriculture 2011. Tannins are good compounds to relieve symptoms of hemorrhoids and diarrhea. Diarrhea itself if left untreated can cause dehydration and fatigue in our body. With such conditions, of course, daily activities can be severely disrupted.
3. Source of protein
   The protein content in jengkol is quite high, which is around 23.3 grams of a hundred grams of jengkol. This amount is higher than the protein contained in soybeans and green beans. Protein is needed to replace and repair damaged cells in the body. In addition, protein is also effective for helping with muscle formation, something that sports lovers desir.