The effect of loofah pulp on washing dishes and removing oil is still very good. The principle is:

First: Luffa pulp is lipophilic (non-polar substance). There are many small holes or chambers between the silks in the loofah pulp, forming a capillary phenomenon to absorb oil. When rinsed with water The oil in the chamber can be flushed out at this time, thereby achieving the oil removal effect.

Second: The silk structure of loofah pulp destroys the tension of the oil surface and its adhesion to items, making the oil surface particles smaller, so it is easily washed away by water.

Extended information:

In addition to washing dishes, loofah pulp also has important medical value.

The nature and flavor of luffa are mild and sweet.

The main functions are to unblock collaterals, activate blood circulation and expel wind. It is used for paralysis, spasm, chest and hypochondrium pain, and lactation obstruction.

Pharmacological effects

1. Effect on the liver: The oleanolic acid contained in it has a therapeutic effect on the acute injury of rat liver caused by carbon tetrachloride and can reduce the risk of hepatocyte damage. Plasma hollow degeneration, loose degeneration, hepatocyte necrosis and lobular degeneration.

2. Other effects: Olea folic acid has cardiotonic and diuretic effects and inhibits the growth of S-180 tumor strain.