Water spinach is a food with a cold nature. People with weak constitution, cold spleen and stomach, and diarrhea should not eat more. People with low blood pressure and prone to unreasonable numbness or cramps in their hands and feet should not eat too much.

Water spinach, also known as water spinach (Latin name: Ipomoea aquatica? Forsk), is a plant of the Ipomoea photocalyx group. In Fujian, Guangxi, Guizhou, and Sichuan, it is called water spinach. In Fujian, it is called Tongcai and Tongcai. In Jiangsu and Sichuan, it is called Tengtengcai. In Guangdong, it is called Tongcai.

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Effects and functions of water spinach

1. Clear away heat and detoxify: Water spinach is extremely rich in crude fiber, which is composed of cellulose, lignin and fruit. Glue and other components. 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 anti-cancer: Acanthus The large amount of fiber in vegetables 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 caries: There are Rich in vitamin C and carotene, its vitamin content is higher than that of Chinese cabbage. These substances help strengthen the body and prevent diseases. In addition, the chlorophyll in water spinach can clean teeth, prevent caries, and moisturize the skin;

4. Lower blood sugar: Purple water spinach contains insulin and can lower blood sugar, and can be used as a good dietary vegetable for diabetic patients.

Reference: Water spinach-Baidu Encyclopedia