The axe foot is the organ of locomotion of mussels.

1. Mussels belong to the mollusks, mussels have axe-shaped feet called axe-feet, axe-feet are the organs of locomotion of mussels. Mussels live in the water, breathing with gills, gas exchange with gills. Mussels are rich in nutritional value, mussels are rich in a variety of amino acids, calcium, iron, zinc, selenium and copper and other trace elements needed by the human body, can enhance the body's immunity, help maintain good health.

2, mussels are a kind of freshwater shellfish, is widely distributed in southern China and Southeast Asia, especially the Yangtze River and Pearl River Basin. Mussels are also a common aquatic farmed animal and are highly sought after for their high nutritional value of protein, minerals, vitamins and nucleic acids. Mussels are also rich in natural nucleic acids, which are beneficial to human DNA synthesis, repair and metabolism.

3. Mussels live mainly in freshwater, such as rivers, lakes and ponds, and are usually a static creature that doesn't like to move much. The shells of mussels are usually ovoid, with grayish-white or brown color and smoother longitudinal stripes on the surface. The interior, however, contains yellowish, pale pink and white flesh.

Specific applications of mussels:

1. Mussels can be used as ingredients

Mussels can be eaten, and they are a tasty ingredient, which is very popular in southern China. Mussels can be boiled, steamed, stewed, baked, braised and other ways to cook, flavorful and nutritious. Mussels are tender, sweet and delicious.

In addition to eating whole mussels, their meat can also be made into condiments. Through steaming, boiling, drying and processing, chili mussel sauce, bean mussel sauce and curry mussel sauce, which are rich in natural fresh flavor and nutritional value, are made.

2, mussels can be used as medicine and beauty

Mussels are also widely used in traditional Chinese medicine, its main effects include clearing away heat and detoxification, moistening the lungs and relieving coughs, invigorating the spleen and appetizing. Mussel shells can be made into "pearl powder" to help with beauty and skin care, as well as treating skin diseases.

Mussels come from freshwater, and their bodies come with many precious ingredients, including collagen, amino acids, vitamins, etc., which have good moisturizing, whitening and repairing effects on the skin. As a result, skin care and beauty products containing mussel powder or extracts have appeared on the market.

3, mussels can do handicrafts

In the southern region, mussel shells can be processed into a variety of beautiful and practical handicrafts, such as shell paintings, folk toys, crafts and so on. These mussel handicrafts not only have high decorative and collection value, but also an important part of local folk culture.