Amaranth has the effects of clearing away heat and toxic materials, promoting diuresis and removing dampness, and relaxing bowels, and can improve carbuncle, hemorrhoids, hematochezia and other symptoms caused by heat toxicity. However, amaranth contains a lot of oxalic acid, which is easy to combine with calcium, zinc and other nutrients in the human body. Long-term consumption in large quantities will increase the risk of stones.
Therefore, it is suggested to blanch amaranth before cooking to reduce oxalic acid content, and at the same time eat it in moderation to avoid adverse effects on the body.