Pectin is a polysaccharide of plant origin. It refers to soluble fiber. In various quantities found in almost all berries, fruits and vegetables. The industry uses apple cake, sugar beet pulp , citrus peels and baskets of sunflowers as a source of pectin. These "wastes" contain from 10 to 35% of this substance.
One of the properties of pectin - the ability to thicken liquids - is used in the confectionery industry for the production of
jams, jams , jellies and marmalades. The industry produces pectin in two forms: powder and liquid. Each of the forms is used in different recipes. In the confectionery industry, the most popular pectin is apple pectin; in dairy and canning, citrus is most often used.
Another useful property of this substance: the ability to bind and remove heavy metals, cholesterol, pesticides and radionuclides from the body, allows you to use it as a prophylactic. Pectin is an excellent “cleaner” that gently and effectively selects all the harmful components accumulated in the body and, at the same time, does not upset the biochemical balance of the body. Official medicine has been using it for a long time to treat the gastrointestinal tract, to prevent the development of diabetes mellitus and the onset of cancer.
Due to the viscous, enveloping consistency, pectin forms a film on the walls of the stomach and intestines, which gently adsorbs (absorbs) the substances there, deposits and undigested residues. Thus, it cleanses and restores the intestines and stomach. Pectin is a way to lower blood cholesterol, improve peripheral blood circulation,
cleanse the intestines and improve its peristalsis. It can be used for
prevention of allergic manifestations due to the ability to create insoluble compounds with heavy metals and "harmful" cholesterol. These compounds are not absorbed in the intestine and are excreted naturally. Due to these properties, pectin is widely used in pharmacology and is a part of various food additives.
These positive properties led to a fairly high popularity, which has pectin. It can cause harm only in the case of prolonged uncontrolled intake. In case of overdose, there is a deterioration in the absorption of nutrients in the intestine, the appearance of fermentation processes and flatulence. If you use fruits, fruits and berries as sources of pectin, then we are not talking about any overdose. If you decide to take one of the pharmacological forms for prophylaxis, then carefully follow the recommendations, do not exceed the dosage and do not extend the course of treatment (or prophylaxis) without consulting a doctor.
When used wisely, pectin is an opportunity to heal your body and improve the functioning of the digestive system. For residents of large cities, pectin will avoid the accumulation of heavy metals, which are present in large quantities in the atmosphere.