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Carob is commonly used as a substitute for chocolate.
It’s naturally sweet, so unlike cocoa it doesn’t need any additional sugar.
It’s also free of caffeine and methyxanthines.
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Carob is commonly used as a substitute for chocolate.
It’s naturally sweet, so unlike cocoa it doesn’t need any additional sugar.
It’s also free of caffeine and methyxanthines.
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Health Benefits of Carob
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Health Benefits of Carob
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Botanical Name: Ceratonia siliqua.
Other Common Names: Locust bean, St. John’s bread.
Habitat: The carob tree is native to the Mediterranean region and some parts of Western Asia and the Middle East.
Plant Description: The carob is a dome-shaped evergreen tree that is a member of the pea family.
It can reach over thirty feet or ten meters in height when fully grown. The compound leaves are dark green and the tree bears green flowers which blossom in the autumn. The fruit of the carob tree are called pods, brown in colour, and take a year to ripen.
Plant Part Used: Seeds, pods and sometimes the bark.
Carob Tree (Ceratonia siliqua) – Attribution: Giancarlo Dessì
Therapeutic Benefits and Uses of Carob and Claims
Carob (Ceratonia siliqua). Prof. Dr. Otto Wilhelm Thomé. Flora von Deutschland, Österreich und der Schweiz – 1885
The carob has been used for human consumption and as animal feed in the Mediterranean countries for centuries. It is said that the pods of the carob tree sustained the biblical figure John the Baptist while he was praying in the desert. Hence the carob is also known as St. John’s bread.
Because of the high pectin and tannin content of the carob pods it has been used as an herbal remedy for diarrhea. Pectin is a polysaccharide, a water-soluble substance, thought to aid in digestion and bacterial infections.
The tannins which are carbohydrates and plant pigments have antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Additionally the tannins retain water and act as a binding agent resulting in firmer stools.
The fiber of the carob bean, also known by the name locust bean gum, may be helpful in lowering cholesterol and for diabetes because its ability to regulate blood sugar levels.
There is some indication that the fiber can be used as a remedy to lose weight and that carob powder can be helpful for prostatitis and prostate infections.
The lignans, estrogen-like chemicals called phytoestrogens found in the plant, are thought to have antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Those lignans could be helpful in the fight against some estrogen-related cancers, and they might be used as an estrogen replacement during and after menopause.
Carob has been used traditionally to remove warts, treat constipation and heartburn and herbal remedies made from the pods have been used for persistent cough.
Early research made in France indicates that carob could be useful in stimulating failing kidneys and for chronic kidney disease but more research is needed to confirm this use.
The powder made from the seed pods is widely used in cosmetic herbal face packs to cleanse and tone the skin.
Further traditional uses of the carob pods include remedies for intestinal worms, poor eyesight and eye infections.
Carob beans are popular substitute for cocoa. They contain fewer calories, are caffeine-free and non-addictive. Also they do not interfere with the body’s assimilation of calcium unlike cocoa and chocolate. Home ...
Dosage and Administration
Carob can be taken as a tea, an extract or a capsule. When used as a remedy for diarrhea the usual dosage for adults is around 20 grams per day and children 15 grams per day. Carob should always be taken with plenty of water.
Side Effects and Possible Interactions of Carob
When carob is used as an herbal medicine it is usually considered a safe herb. There is a possibility for an allergic reaction to remedies made from carob but those are considered very rare and there are no known drug interactions.
The use of the herb for infants for medical purposes is thought to be safe but it should always be under the supervision of a certified or licensed health care provider.
Supporting References
Williamson, Elisabeth M.: Potter’s Herbal Cyclopaedia. Essex. Saffron Walden 2003.
Chiej, Roberto: Encyclopaedia of Medicinal Plants. Little, Brown 1984.
G. Usher: A Dictionary of Plants Used by Man. London. Constable and Company Ltd 1974.
Hedrick, U.P., Editor: Sturtevant’s Edible Plants of the World. New York. Dover Publications Inc 1972.
Other Common Names: Locust bean, St. John’s bread.
Habitat: The carob tree is native to the Mediterranean region and some parts of Western Asia and the Middle East.
Plant Description: The carob is a dome-shaped evergreen tree that is a member of the pea family.
It can reach over thirty feet or ten meters in height when fully grown. The compound leaves are dark green and the tree bears green flowers which blossom in the autumn. The fruit of the carob tree are called pods, brown in colour, and take a year to ripen.
Plant Part Used: Seeds, pods and sometimes the bark.
Carob Tree (Ceratonia siliqua) – Attribution: Giancarlo Dessì
Therapeutic Benefits and Uses of Carob and Claims
Carob (Ceratonia siliqua). Prof. Dr. Otto Wilhelm Thomé. Flora von Deutschland, Österreich und der Schweiz – 1885
The carob has been used for human consumption and as animal feed in the Mediterranean countries for centuries. It is said that the pods of the carob tree sustained the biblical figure John the Baptist while he was praying in the desert. Hence the carob is also known as St. John’s bread.
Because of the high pectin and tannin content of the carob pods it has been used as an herbal remedy for diarrhea. Pectin is a polysaccharide, a water-soluble substance, thought to aid in digestion and bacterial infections.
The tannins which are carbohydrates and plant pigments have antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Additionally the tannins retain water and act as a binding agent resulting in firmer stools.
The fiber of the carob bean, also known by the name locust bean gum, may be helpful in lowering cholesterol and for diabetes because its ability to regulate blood sugar levels.
There is some indication that the fiber can be used as a remedy to lose weight and that carob powder can be helpful for prostatitis and prostate infections.
The lignans, estrogen-like chemicals called phytoestrogens found in the plant, are thought to have antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Those lignans could be helpful in the fight against some estrogen-related cancers, and they might be used as an estrogen replacement during and after menopause.
Carob has been used traditionally to remove warts, treat constipation and heartburn and herbal remedies made from the pods have been used for persistent cough.
Early research made in France indicates that carob could be useful in stimulating failing kidneys and for chronic kidney disease but more research is needed to confirm this use.
The powder made from the seed pods is widely used in cosmetic herbal face packs to cleanse and tone the skin.
Further traditional uses of the carob pods include remedies for intestinal worms, poor eyesight and eye infections.
Carob beans are popular substitute for cocoa. They contain fewer calories, are caffeine-free and non-addictive. Also they do not interfere with the body’s assimilation of calcium unlike cocoa and chocolate. Home ...
Dosage and Administration
Carob can be taken as a tea, an extract or a capsule. When used as a remedy for diarrhea the usual dosage for adults is around 20 grams per day and children 15 grams per day. Carob should always be taken with plenty of water.
Side Effects and Possible Interactions of Carob
When carob is used as an herbal medicine it is usually considered a safe herb. There is a possibility for an allergic reaction to remedies made from carob but those are considered very rare and there are no known drug interactions.
The use of the herb for infants for medical purposes is thought to be safe but it should always be under the supervision of a certified or licensed health care provider.
Supporting References
Williamson, Elisabeth M.: Potter’s Herbal Cyclopaedia. Essex. Saffron Walden 2003.
Chiej, Roberto: Encyclopaedia of Medicinal Plants. Little, Brown 1984.
G. Usher: A Dictionary of Plants Used by Man. London. Constable and Company Ltd 1974.
Hedrick, U.P., Editor: Sturtevant’s Edible Plants of the World. New York. Dover Publications Inc 1972.
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https://www.azurestandard.com/shop/product/food/baking-pantry/carob/powder/raw/pure-carob-powder-raw-organic/18882?package=BP377
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AZUR STANDARD
certified organic CAROB POWDER
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AZUR STANDARD
certified organic CAROB POWDER
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AZUR STANDARD certified organic, non-GMO TRUE raw carob powder has been milled without processed heat, giving it a pure taste. The raw carob powder has a full-bodied, sweet, smooth malt taste. Mild carob flavor (not chocolatey) like our roasted carob powder.
During the unique milling process we do not use any heat. Many buyers, wholesalers, and consumers are being fooled when buying counterfeit raw carob powder products. Carob powders that are brown or dark brown are absolutely not raw.
Brown or dark brown carob powder has been heated in processing, milling of the pods into powder. Excellent for traditional or raw food consumers.
Use in baking, smoothies, shakes, yogurts, and cereals. Our Raw Carob Powder ranks a low 15 on the Glycemic Index so it provides a healthy option for diabetics and health conscious consumers.
The only true Nut Free and Allergy Free carob powder available.
Back in 2000, a 76-acre parcel of land in Booborowie, South Australia, came up for sale. Michael and Jam Jolley saw it as a chance to pursue their dream of having a sustainable, organic carob orchard. So they bought the land and planted a select variety of sweet carob trees – 6,000 total – that are now thriving with no pesticides or insecticides.
The carob pods are harvested in March and April and are taken directly to the manufacturing facility on site.
“As we do all the growing, harvesting, kibbling, roasting, milling and packing right here on our property, we can ensure that you get a non-contaminated product that’s nut-free, gluten-free and GMO free,” Michael said. “It’s absolutely the cleanest, most flavorful carob you’ll find anywhere.”
Carob is commonly used as a substitute for chocolate. It’s naturally sweet, so unlike cocoa it doesn’t need any additional sugar. It’s also free of caffeine and methyxanthines.
Carob has been used to treat stomach problems ever since the biblical days of John the Baptist. The tannins in carob help prevent harmful bacteria from growing in the intestine, and the natural sugars in carob can help treat diarrhea.
It’s a good source of fiber, vitamin E, Thiamin, potassium and it’s full of antioxidants.
The Australian Carob Co. believes our carob products are the sweetest in the global market without the strong bitter taste normally associated with European/Mediterranean carob powders and products.
We take pride in ensuring each individual tree has the appropriate water requirements and correct pruning year round. Like Azure Standard, our company uses sustainable "organic principles” with nature in our farming practices. We utilize no pesticides or insecticides on the trees.
The Australian Carob Co. uses state-of-the-art machinery to produce the products, including a sophisticated carob kibbler, a large carob roaster, and a new carob mill. The Australian Carob Co. is dedicated to producing carob products, which are not only healthy and high in nutritional value, but are also full of flavor and taste great.
During the unique milling process we do not use any heat. Many buyers, wholesalers, and consumers are being fooled when buying counterfeit raw carob powder products. Carob powders that are brown or dark brown are absolutely not raw.
Brown or dark brown carob powder has been heated in processing, milling of the pods into powder. Excellent for traditional or raw food consumers.
Use in baking, smoothies, shakes, yogurts, and cereals. Our Raw Carob Powder ranks a low 15 on the Glycemic Index so it provides a healthy option for diabetics and health conscious consumers.
The only true Nut Free and Allergy Free carob powder available.
- High in fiber
- Ideal for use in yogurt, smoothies and shakes
- Add to breakfast cereal
- Raw foods
- Try cooking our Blueberry and Carob Muffins on the recipe page
- No additives, colors or preservatives (100% Pure and Raw)
- No added sweeteners
- Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Dairy-Free, Caffeine-Free
- Australian Certified Organic
- Certified Organic Processor
- Non-GMO
- Kosher Certified
- GMP Certified
- HACCP Certified
Back in 2000, a 76-acre parcel of land in Booborowie, South Australia, came up for sale. Michael and Jam Jolley saw it as a chance to pursue their dream of having a sustainable, organic carob orchard. So they bought the land and planted a select variety of sweet carob trees – 6,000 total – that are now thriving with no pesticides or insecticides.
The carob pods are harvested in March and April and are taken directly to the manufacturing facility on site.
“As we do all the growing, harvesting, kibbling, roasting, milling and packing right here on our property, we can ensure that you get a non-contaminated product that’s nut-free, gluten-free and GMO free,” Michael said. “It’s absolutely the cleanest, most flavorful carob you’ll find anywhere.”
Carob is commonly used as a substitute for chocolate. It’s naturally sweet, so unlike cocoa it doesn’t need any additional sugar. It’s also free of caffeine and methyxanthines.
Carob has been used to treat stomach problems ever since the biblical days of John the Baptist. The tannins in carob help prevent harmful bacteria from growing in the intestine, and the natural sugars in carob can help treat diarrhea.
It’s a good source of fiber, vitamin E, Thiamin, potassium and it’s full of antioxidants.
The Australian Carob Co. believes our carob products are the sweetest in the global market without the strong bitter taste normally associated with European/Mediterranean carob powders and products.
We take pride in ensuring each individual tree has the appropriate water requirements and correct pruning year round. Like Azure Standard, our company uses sustainable "organic principles” with nature in our farming practices. We utilize no pesticides or insecticides on the trees.
The Australian Carob Co. uses state-of-the-art machinery to produce the products, including a sophisticated carob kibbler, a large carob roaster, and a new carob mill. The Australian Carob Co. is dedicated to producing carob products, which are not only healthy and high in nutritional value, but are also full of flavor and taste great.
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