Drinking lotus root water regularly has the following benefits:
1. Lowers blood sugar and fat and benefits the intestines
Lotus root is rich in dietary fiber but not high in calories. It can control weight, help lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, promote intestinal peristalsis, and prevent constipation and hemorrhoids.
2. Anti-aging, anti-cancer and vitamin C supplement
The sugar content of lotus root is not very high, but it contains high vitamin C, which is good for patients with liver disease, constipation, diabetes, etc. Very useful. Lotus root is also rich in polyphenols, which can improve immunity, slow down the aging process, and prevent cancer.
3. Pain relief, reduce stress and protect the heart
Lotus root is rich in B vitamins (especially vitamin B6). Supplementing B vitamins can help reduce irritability, relieve headaches and reduce stress, thereby improving mood and reducing the risk of heart disease.
Extended information
The people for whom lotus root water is not suitable are as follows:
1. Pregnant women and lactating women should be careful when using lotus root joints. This is a medicinal material that may be accidentally ingested. May be harmful to the fetus.
2. People with weak constitution should not consume too much lotus root water. Do not take lotus root water before going to bed to avoid causing insomnia.
3. While taking lotus root water, do not drink it together with other Chinese herbal medicines. Do not use lotus root water when taking medicine.
Baidu Encyclopedia-Lotus Root