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This green pine cone looking vegetable may look a little intimidating to cook with, but it is definitely worth your time. One medium sized artichoke is packed full of nutrients and contains about 60 kcals, 7 gm fiber, and is a good source of folate, vitamin C and vitamin K. Due to the high fiber content, one of the health benefits of artichokes is the improvement of diarrhea and constipation.

For more information on how to prepare and cook an artichoke-
https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/how_to_cook_and_eat_an_artichoke/(opens in a new tab)

Check out this awesome recipe-
https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/amazing-roasted-artichokes/(opens in a new tab)