Chrysanthemum has the scientific name of Chrysanthemum Coronarium L, belonging to the Cuc family (Asteraceae).In Vietnam, this vegetable is also called by the name of the daisies or green daisies.Thanks to the sweet, cool taste, chrysanthemum vegetables are loved by many people and processed into familiar daily dishes.
According to Oriental medicine, chrysanthemum has a calm help to nourish the mind, laxative, inflammation, liver tonic, except cough, spleen and diuretic.Folk also often use this vegetable to treat hernia, cold belly, flatulence, ...
According to modern medicine, this vegetable contains many useful nutrients such as carbon hydrate, protein, fat, vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B and essential oils with a gentle aroma.Therefore, they are also considered a 'medicine' to help treat and prevent dangerous diseases.
Hypoglycemia
The first use of chrysanthemums that many people still vague is hypoglycemia.In chrysanthemum, amino acids and essential oils are found to purify the mind, lower blood sugar.In addition, the abundant potassium in chrysanthemum is also confirmed by experts to be able to reduce blood pressure.
In addition, chrysanthemum vegetables also contain a lot of fiber.Experts point out that in 100g of chrysanthemum has about 2g of fiber, has the effect of prolonging the digestion of food, reducing sugar rate in the food entering the blood.Therefore, people with diabetes can use chrysanthemum to cook soup, mix salad or squeeze water to drink daily.
Good for the heart
On average, 1 chrysanthemum contains 2.57% glucid, 0.43% lipid, 1.85% protein, lysine, fiber, water, calcium, vitamin B, vitamin C.Improve cardiovascular health and prevent related diseases.Chlorophyll in chrysanthemum also helps effectively cholesterol in the blood.
Liver cooling
Chrysanthemum contains large amounts of carotene, amino acids, potassium can protect the liver.Accordingly, potassium will help repair and regulate damaged cells, improve metabolic function and maintain the activity of the liver.
Prevent anemia
The amount of iron and calcium in chrysanthemum is abundant.Therefore, this vegetable is considered one of the most ideal foods for anemic people.Specifically, iron and calcium will help the body produce new bleeding and enhance the toughness of the bone.Chrysanthemum can also promote the metabolism of protein, supplement the vitamins necessary for hematopoietic processes such as folic acid and trace element.
Increase appetite
Chrysanthemum contains many volatile substances that create a special flavor that helps increase the secretion of saliva.As a result, they promote appetite and improve appetite quickly.
Prevent constipation
The abundant fiber in chrysanthemum will promote intestinal motility, helping to eliminate toxic substances in the intestinal tract.Therefore, this vegetable is the ‘remedy’ to prevent constipation effectively.
Pepper sputum, reduce cough
Chrysanthemum rich in vitamin A has the effect of preventing infection of the respiratory system, lung bar, and sputum.Not to mention, the fragrance from essential oils in this vegetable also supports reducing cough and asthma.
Increase the immune system
This vegetable contains large amounts of selenium, improving immunity.In addition, chrysanthemum also contains many other nutrients that are suitable for daily eating.
Help better sleep
The amount of essential oil in chrysanthemum has a gentle, cool fragrance.It not only has the effect of reducing cough, but also helps sedate, lower blood pressure and improve sleep.Along with vitamins, carotene and amino acids, this vegetable also helps prevent memory impairment in the elderly.
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