Lotus seeds are rich in calcium, phosphorus and potassium, which can not only constitute the components of bones and teeth, but also promote blood coagulation, activate some enzymes, maintain nerve conductivity, calm nerves, maintain muscle flexibility and heartbeat rhythm.

Rich phosphorus is also the main component of nuclear protein, which helps the body to metabolize protein, fat and sugar, and maintains acid-base balance, and also plays an important role in the formation of sperm.

lotus seeds have the effect of nourishing the heart and calming down. Middle-aged and elderly people, especially mental workers, often eat it, which can strengthen the brain, enhance memory, improve work efficiency, and prevent the occurrence of senile dementia.

Lotus seed core tastes bitter, but it has a significant cardiotonic effect, which can dilate peripheral blood vessels and lower blood pressure. Lotus plumule also has a good effect of removing heart fire, which can treat sores on the mouth and tongue and help sleep.

Chinese medicine believes that lotus seeds are beneficial to heart and kidney, spleen and diarrhea, and have the functions of calming the nerves.