The benefits and harms of halva for the human body

In our article we will tell you what kind of dessert it is, what varieties it has, we will examine the composition and calorie content of the product, we will also analyze the benefits and harms of halva to the body.

What is halva?

Halva is an eastern dessert. Its name comes from the Arabic word “freebie”; This means “sweetness”, not what you might think. The history of halva dates back to B.C. It dates back to the 5th century and was first mentioned in Iran. And in the 1930s this dessert became popular in Russia. First of all, due to its nutritional value and available ingredients.

Halva types

sunflower halva

The most famous halva consists of the simplest ingredients: ground seeds, sugar and honey. It is rich in vitamin B, magnesium, fiber and minerals. The advantages of sunflower halva are that it helps the immune system and has a positive effect on our nervous system. That’s why it’s a good idea to have some for breakfast in the fall.

sesame halva

There are also subtypes of this halva. If you make a dessert from whole seeds with shells, you will get the dessert we are considering now, if you make it from crushed seeds, it will be slightly different – tahini. Sesame halva is very healthy and contains many nutrients.

peanut halva

This type is considered the most allergenic. Therefore, you must first find out how the body as a whole reacts to peanuts. However, this type of halva gives you energy and is very delicious.

hazelnut halva

We think everyone knows that moderate doses of nuts are beneficial for humans. Therefore, there is no doubt about the positive properties of halva made from walnuts, cashews or almonds.

peanut halva

According to legend, such halva is even considered an aphrodisiac (but we’re not betting on that, though). In addition, sweetness helps the body quickly recover from physical exertion and stress. Exactly what is needed.

Composition and calorie content

What is halva made from? It is a sweet base mixture consisting of sugar, molasses or honey, protein mass and a foaming agent made from licorice or soaproot. At the same time, no sweeteners or dyes are needed to make real halva.

The calorie content of each type is different, but for the most common – sunflower – it is 516 kcal per 100 g.

Benefits of halva

So, is halva just a dessert or does it still benefit men, women and children? Let’s figure it out.

For men

Is halva good for men? Yes, the dessert contains a large amount of microelements (calcium, potassium, iron), which tighten and strengthen the bones. It also has a lot of B vitamins. Sesame and tahini are considered particularly useful because they contain antioxidants that have an anti-inflammatory effect. This means they help the body recover after exercise.

for women

Walnut halva is especially beneficial for the female body. It contains magnesium, which helps reduce stress, has a calming effect on the nervous system as a whole, and also makes it easier to fall asleep.

For kids

Halva contains a large amount of iron, the deficiency of which can lead to the development of anemia in children. In addition, the vitamin B1 contained in halva supports the development and growth of the child. However, sweets should also be included in the diet of children over six years of age, as a younger child may be allergic to them.

Damage

Due to its composition (sugar and fats), halva is contraindicated for consumption by people with diabetes and metabolic disorders. Those at risk are people diagnosed with obesity and pancreatic diseases.