"Hey, have you heard? Lao Li, the old guy who has been plagued by liver disease all the year round, seems to have changed recently, his face is ruddy, and he walks in good spirits, saying that he has eaten some magical wild vegetables to recuperate.
When Lao Zhang heard this, his heart moved, but he still put on an expression of "I don't believe it": "It won't be those messy home remedies again, right? ”
Seeing this, Xiao Wang patted Lao Zhang's shoulder with a smile: "Don't be in a hurry to deny it, this time Lao Li is not eating common dandelions, and what he eats is a liver-nourishing baby that grows in spring."
Lao Li Fengren boasted, saying that since he started eating these two wild vegetables, not only the symptoms of liver disease have been alleviated, but even his eyes are not as dry as before, and even his stool is much smoother.
01. The first taste of nourishing the liver: yellow mustache
Rich in nutrients: The peculiarities of the environment in which yellow mustard grows give it a rich content of minerals that help maintain electrolyte balance in the body and are essential for the normal metabolic function of the liver.
Yellow mustard is rich in dietary fiber, which can promote intestinal peristalsis, enhance the detoxification ability of the digestive system, help the liver reduce the burden, and better remove toxins from the body.
Clearing heat and detoxifying: Traditional Chinese medicine believes that yellow mustache is slightly cold in nature and has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying. Proper consumption of yellow mustard can help relieve liver qi, reduce liver fire, and reduce liver inflammation.
Its diuretic and swelling properties also help to accelerate the discharge of excess water in the body, reduce the edema of the liver and body tissues, and maintain the normal physiological functions of the liver and kidneys.
Enhance immunity: The special polysaccharides contained in yellow mustard have antioxidant and immunomodulatory effects. These polysaccharides can improve the body's immunity, enhance the liver's resistance to external viruses, bacteria and other harmful factors, effectively protect the liver from damage, and have a positive effect on maintaining liver health.
Eye Protection: The vitamins and trace elements in yellow mustache, especially vitamins A, C and zinc, are beneficial for eye care.
They help maintain retinal health, prevent night blindness, and relieve eye fatigue caused by prolonged eye use. For problems such as vision loss and dry eye caused by insufficient liver blood, yellow mustard also has a certain auxiliary improvement effect.
02. The second taste of nourishing the liver: plantain
Clearing heat and dampness: Plantain is flat and cold, and has the function of clearing heat and removing dampness. In spring, the liver qi is prone to hyperactivity, and the heat-clearing properties of plantain help to relieve excessive liver fire and maintain the smooth operation of liver qi.
Prevent and alleviate symptoms such as eye redness, swelling and pain, headache, and bitter mouth caused by liver inflammation. Its dampness effect helps to discharge dampness from the body and reduce the burden on the liver, which is especially suitable for the prevention and treatment of damp-heat liver disease.
Diuretic drenching: Plantain has a significant diuretic effect, can effectively increase urine output, promote the excretion of waste and toxins in the urine, and has a good effect on alleviating urinary diseases.
From the perspective of liver nourishment, through diuretic and turbidity, plantain helps to reduce the pressure of liver detoxification, maintain normal liver function, and has an auxiliary role in the prevention and treatment of liver diseases such as hepatitis and fatty liver.
Clear the liver and eyes: Plantain contains nutrients that are beneficial to the eyes, for eye discomfort such as dry eyes, astringent eyes, blurred vision and other eye discomforts caused by liver inflammation or insufficient liver blood, moderate consumption of plantain can help alleviate symptoms and protect eyesight.
03. Precautions when eating
Principle of moderation: Since yellow mustard grows in saline-alkali land, it has a certain salty taste and is rich in minerals, so you should pay attention to controlling your intake when eating to prevent excessive salt intake, which will affect blood pressure and kidney health. Especially for patients with high blood pressure and kidney disease.
Although plantain has many benefits, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes that "too much", excessive consumption may lead to spleen and stomach deficiency or aggravation of cold symptoms. It is recommended to follow the principle of moderation, especially for those with cold constitution and weak spleen and stomach, they should avoid eating a large amount.
Cooking Handling: Always wash thoroughly before cooking to remove any dirt, impurities and salts that may be carried. Blanching is effective in removing astringency, improving taste, and helping to reduce the presence of anti-nutritional factors.
When washing plantain, old leaves, impurities should be carefully removed, and soaked in light salt water to eliminate possible pesticide residues and insect eggs. Steaming and then stir-frying can not only retain nutrients, but also enhance the taste.
Food allergies and individual differences: While most people can eat these two wild vegetables, people with food allergies should be cautious about trying them. Start with a small dose for the first time and watch for allergic reactions. As soon as discomfort occurs, discontinue consumption.
Eat with caution for special populations: Because it has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, diuresis and reducing swelling, it is beneficial for patients with hepatobiliary damp heat diseases, but for those with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold and loose stools, they should eat in moderation or follow the doctor's instructions.
Although plantain has the effect of clearing the liver and brightening the eyes, diuretic and drenching, because of its cold nature, those with spleen and stomach deficiency and kidney yang deficiency should be cautious to eat, so as not to aggravate the cold symptoms. For patients with liver disease who are taking hepatoprotective drugs or other specific medications, they should be consumed under the guidance of a doctor.
Compatibility and contraindications: Although these two wild vegetables have the effect of nourishing the liver when eaten alone, if used in combination with other foods or herbs with similar effects, they may enhance the liver-nourishing effect. Any compatibility should be carried out under professional guidance.
"Nourish the liver in spring, nourish the heart in summer, nourish the lungs in autumn, and nourish the kidneys in winter. This thousand-year-old health proverb speaks of the close relationship between the seasons and the viscera. In the vibrant spring, we should not only appreciate the beautiful pictures of nature, but also listen to the wisdom of the earth, and use the power of yellow mustache and plantain to inject vitality and vitality into the liver.
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