As the saying goes, "a scallion for ten minutes", many men think that eating scallions can play a powerful role in aphrodisiacs. In fact, the onion does have the role of antipyretic, yang, anti-cancer, but not as magical as the legend.
For men, eating scallions or leeks three times a week, which can be used for stir-fry, cold or as a flavoring agent, can achieve the effect of aphrodisiac and nourishing Yin.
All kinds of vitamins in green onions can ensure the normal secretion of human hormones and effectively stimulate libido, so as to "strengthen the yang and nourish the yin".
Detoxification
Scallions are pungent and warm in nature, and are good for yang, detoxification and flavoring. It is mainly used for wind-cold cold, yin-cold abdominal pain, malignant cold and fever, headache and nasal congestion, lactation and constipation. It contains the volatile oil of shallots, the main component of which is allicin, and also contains diallyl sulfide and calcium oxalate. It also contains fat, sugar, carotene, vitamins B and C, niacin, calcium, magnesium and iron.
Sweating and anti-bacterial
Onion can stimulate the sweat glands of the body, thus sweating and dissipating heat; onion oil can stimulate the upper respiratory tract, so that phlegm can be easily coughed out. Allicin contained in onions has obvious antibacterial, antiviral effects, especially on Shigella and dermatophytes.
Cancer
Small onions contain pectin can significantly reduce the occurrence of colon cancer, with anti-cancer effect. Allicin in onions can also inhibit the growth of cancer cells; onions also contain the trace element selenium, which can reduce the nitrite content in gastric juice, and have a certain effect on the prevention of stomach cancer and various cancers.
Appetite
Large onions, like onions, contain diallyl sulfide, which stimulates secretion of gastric juices and helps to improve appetite. When consumed with foods high in vitamin B1, it promotes the conversion of starch and sugar in food into calories, which can restore fatigue.
Diastolic blood vessels
Scallions are rich in vitamin C, which can relax small blood vessels, promote blood circulation, prevent dizziness caused by elevated blood pressure, keep the brain flexible and prevent Alzheimer's disease. The volatile oil and capsaicin of shallots can remove the odor of greasy and heavy dishes such as fishy flavor and produce a special aroma. If eaten with mushrooms, it can also promote blood circulation.
Lowering cholesterol
Scallions can reduce the buildup of bad cholesterol. People who eat onions regularly do not increase cholesterol and are strong even if they are obese and overweight. Onion leaves contain more vitamins A, C and calcium than the white part of the onion.
Overconsumption damages eyesight.
The average person can eat, brain workers are more suitable; suffering from gastrointestinal diseases, especially ulcers, it is not advisable to eat more; in addition, onions have a strong stimulating effect on the sweat glands, people with armpit odor in the summer to be cautious about eating; cold and sweaty people should also be avoided; eating too much onion will also damage your eyesight.