1. Hericium elici

Also known as Hericium and Hericium, it is very nutritious. Its protein content is twice as high as that of shiitake mushrooms, and it contains 17 kinds of amino acids, 8 of which are essential amino acids for the human body, as well as volatile oils and polysaccharide nutrients. It is a low-fat, high-protein health food.

The unsaturated fatty acids contained in Hericium are beneficial to blood circulation, can reduce blood cholesterol levels, improve immune function, and are beneficial to the growth of beard and hair.

2. Shepherd's purse

Shepherd's purse is very rich in various nutrients, and regular consumption can harmonize with the spleen and stomach, stop bleeding and improve eyesight. The nutritional content of shepherd's purse is particularly high in vitamins. Moreover, the content of protein, crude fiber, calcium, phosphorus, iron and carotene is higher than that of tomatoes, carrots, cabbage and kidney beans. These are all necessary nutrients for the human body.

Shepherd's purse also has the effects of clearing away heat, detoxifying, cooling blood and stopping bleeding, which is very useful for preventing premature graying of hair.

3. Carrots

Carrots are an important source of vitamin A, which can promote the health of the scalp and give the scalp a good appearance. A healthy scalp is the guarantee of shiny hair. There are many ways to prepare carrots. Carrots burned in oil are easier to absorb.

It has a very good effect. Regular consumption of walnut kernels can make your hair black and your skin delicate. Remember to add hair-healthy flaxseed (oil) or walnuts to your breakfast to replenish your body with omega-3 fatty acids and zinc.

4. Black beans

Also known as black beans, they are sweet in taste and neutral in nature, and enter the spleen and kidney meridians. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that black beans are helpful in anti-aging and have special functions of treating food and medicine. It is rich in protein, fat, carbohydrates, carotene, vitamins B1, B2, niacin and other nutrients. It contains estrogen, which is beneficial to delaying aging and beautifying the skin.

Black beans are also beneficial in treating edema, promoting blood circulation and detoxifying. Pharmacological research results show that black beans can nourish yin and qi, and are a strong and nourishing food. It can be eaten in a variety of ways, including stewing, making porridge, making soy milk, and grinding it into pureed beans to make snacks.

5. Celery

Celery has the effects of clearing away heat and stopping bleeding, calming the liver, dispelling wind and promoting dampness. Moreover, celery contains high levels of vitamins B1, B2 and carotene, and contains a large amount of iron, calcium, protein, fat and crude fiber.

The protein content is twice as high as that of ordinary fruits, and the content of iron and vitamin C is very rich. Eating celery with tofu and red dates has the functions of moisturizing the skin, nourishing the skin, nourishing the hair, nourishing the blood and replenishing the essence. Long-term consumption can strengthen the body, make men's skin moist, and make their hair black.

6. Seaweed

Laver is very rich in nutrients and has been a good product for beauty since ancient times. Seaweed is rich in carotene, B vitamins, protein, iodine, phosphorus, sugar and other nutrients. In addition, seaweed contains 8 times more fat than kelp, 9 times more protein than fresh mushrooms, and its phosphorus content ranks first among fungi.

According to modern medical evidence, iodine can stimulate the thyroid gland to secrete thyroxine, which can make hair black and beautiful. Seaweed also has the effects of resolving phlegm and clearing away heat.

7. Purslane

Purslane is rich in protein, fat, vitamins and amino acids, and is also rich in trace element copper. Copper ions in the body are an important component of tyrosin, and copper deficiency can lead to a decrease in melanin.

Regular consumption of purslane can increase the activity of melanocytes and tyrosinase in the epidermis. Reduces the production of melanocytes and melanin, thereby making the skin smooth and soft, which is especially beneficial for treating gray hair.

8. Kelp

Kelp is rich in iodine, mannitol and other nutrients. Iodine is of great benefit in preventing thyroid enlargement and maintaining normal thyroid function. Mannitol is effective in treating acute renal failure, cerebral edema, etc.

Kelp is salty and cold in nature and flavor, and has the effects of softening and dispersing knots, eliminating heat and diuresis, and lowering lipids and blood pressure. Because kelp is rich in iodine, it is also a good food for black hair.