Macaroni is one of the main green leafy vegetables in summer and autumn. It is an annual vegetable and its leaves and vines are edible. So, do you know the nutritional value and edible effects of macaroni? Come and take a look with me below.

Nutritional value of macaroni

Macaroni is an alkaline food and contains potassium, chlorine and other elements that regulate water balance. After eating, macaroni can reduce the acidity of the intestines. Preventing bacterial imbalance in the intestines is beneficial to cancer prevention. The niacin and vitamin C contained in it can lower cholesterol and triglycerides, and have the effect of lowering fat and losing weight. The chlorophyll in macaroni is known as the "green elf". It can clean teeth, prevent cavities, eliminate bad breath, and strengthen the skin. It is a beauty product.

It is rich in crude cellulose. This dietary fiber is composed of cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, mucilage and pectin. It has the effects of promoting intestinal peristalsis, laxative and detoxification. Macaroni is cool in nature, and its juice has an inhibitory effect on Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus, etc., and can prevent infection. Therefore, if eaten regularly in summer, it can prevent heatstroke and relieve fever, cool blood and detoxify, and prevent and treat dysentery. The protein content in the young shoots is 4 times higher than the same amount of tomatoes, the calcium content is more than 12 times higher than tomatoes, and it contains more carotene. The therapeutic effects of macaroni

1. Clear away heat and detoxify

Water spinach is extremely rich in crude fiber, which is composed of cellulose, lignin and pectin. Pectin can accelerate the excretion of toxic substances in the body, and lignin can increase the activity of macrophages in swallowing bacteria, sterilize and reduce inflammation, and can be used to treat sores, carbuncles, etc.;

　2. Laxative and prevent cancer

The large amount of fiber in water spinach can promote intestinal peristalsis, accelerate defecation, and has a positive effect on preventing constipation and reducing intestinal cancer;

3. Enhance physical fitness, clean teeth and prevent intestinal cancer. Caries

Water spinach is rich in vitamin C and carotene, and its vitamin content is higher than that of Chinese cabbage. These substances can help strengthen the body and prevent diseases. In addition, the chlorophyll in water spinach can clean teeth, prevent cavities, and moisturize the skin;

4. Lower blood sugar

Purple water spinach contains insulin that can lower blood sugar and can be used as a treatment for diabetes. Good therapeutic vegetables for patients.

5. Lower blood pressure

Helps myocardial contraction. Applicable people for macaroni

The general population can eat it.

1. Suitable for patients with blood in the stool, hematuria and epistaxis, as well as patients with diabetes, high cholesterol, hyperlipidemia, bad breath, people who love beauty, etc.

2. Water spinach is cold and slippery in nature, so those with weak constitution, spleen and stomach deficiency, loose stools and loose stools should not eat more. People with low blood pressure and those with cold stomach should take it internally with caution. Things to note when eating macaroni

1. Macaroni is suitable for both raw and cooked dishes, and is good for both meat and vegetable dishes. It should be stir-fried over high heat to avoid nutrient loss.

2. The tender stems and leaves of macaroni are edible and suitable for stir-frying, mixing and other methods.

3. Macaroni will turn yellow easily when exposed to heat. When cooking, heat the pan thoroughly and cook over high heat quickly. Turn off the heat and serve before the leaves soften.

4. Because the heating time is too short, the old stems on the stems will be astringent and difficult to swallow, so remember to remove them.

5. Macaroni can be paired with eggs, duck eggs, fish, or soy products such as tofu and louver, and many delicious dishes can be made.