But we will consider the composition of natural marshmallows. One that is considered useful. And first of all, let’s get acquainted with its merits.
Benefits of marshmallow
The main beneficial properties of marshmallow are due to its ingredients. So, the chemical composition of marshmallow includes:
1. Highly digestible sugars.
As a rule, syrup is prepared from them. They provide the body with energy and strength. And besides, they give a good mood.
2. Proteins.
They are added to marshmallow treats with eggs. And egg white, by the way, is considered the most complete of those used in cooking due to the presence in it of all amino acids irreplaceable for humans. Its characteristic feature is a rather long digestibility in comparison with milk or meat proteins.
3. Fiber.
In the case when agar-agar or pectin is added to the marshmallow. The latter, by the way, is itself a fiber, and in the body it intensifies the rate of digestion, activates intestinal peristalsis and prevents excess cholesterol from entering the bloodstream. In other words, it is fiber that protects our vessels from clogging, and the whole body from atherosclerosis.
In addition, if the marshmallow is made from fruit puree, but using gelatin, it will still contain fiber, since it is an indispensable component of the composition of many fruits.
4. Fats and additional proteins.
When used instead of pectin or agar-agar gelatin. It is a derivative of meat production, and therefore the content of proteins and fats in its composition is quite high.
5. Food acids.
Sometimes, when various food acids are added to marshmallows – citric, for example, or malic – the production of digestive juices and various enzymes is stimulated.
Thus, the chemical composition of marshmallow provides the body with almost everything necessary for normal life: sugars – for activity and better thinking, proteins – to build your own muscle tissue or heal wounds, fiber – to heal the intestines and blood, and minerals from fruits – to maintain a large amount physiological processes in the body.
