Aunt Zhang showed off the verdant greenery of her vegetable garden to her neighbors with a smile on her face, and said proudly: "Look at this melon, all of them are planted by me, green and environmentally friendly, and there is no pollution at all." Take a bite, it's sweet and crunchy, it's really safe and delicious!"
Aunt Li next to her was worried, and whispered to her: "Aunt Zhang, have you heard? A few days ago, a father and son accidentally ate a bitter gourd, but they were frightened and almost had an accident. This melon is good, but we also have to be careful, if we eat the 'poisonous melon', it will be troublesome. ”
Hearing this, everyone was taken aback, and the originally happy atmosphere suddenly became a little dignified. Is our old friend at the table, gourd, really hiding an unknown danger?
The miraculous effect of gourd melon is full of nutrients
Cucurbit, this delicacy that we often see on the table, it is not only delicious, it has many surprising effects and nutritional value!
Cool and detoxify: The nature of gourd gourd is cool, eating some gourd gourd is like giving the body a cool drink, especially in the hot summer, it can help you clear heat and detoxify, for those mouth ulcers and sore throat caused by fire, it has a certain relieving effect.
Drain and reduce swelling: If you sometimes feel a little edema in your body, or are worried about urinary tract stones, then gourd melon can be a good helper for you. It acts like a natural "drainer" that helps the body flush out excess water and keeps your body in an optimal fluid balance.
Nourish the body and mind: When the mouth is dry, upset and thirsty, come to some gourd, it is like a natural throat lozenge, which can not only quench thirst, but also moisten the lungs and relieve the symptoms of cough and phlegm.
Improve immunity: The proteins, trace elements and vitamins contained in gourd melon are the little guards of our body, which can help us strengthen our immunity and better resist viruses and bacteria.
Regulate blood sugar: For friends with high blood sugar or diabetes, gourd melon is like a gentle nurse, and a certain ingredient in it can help us regulate blood sugar and keep blood sugar at a stable level.
Gut Guardian: If you sometimes feel bloated or constipated, then the dietary fiber in gourd melon is like a small broom that can help you clean up your intestines and make your gut healthier.
Brighten the eyes: The vitamin A in cucurbita is especially good for our eyes, it can make our retina healthier, prevent night blindness, and reduce eye fatigue.
Vitamin B2 in it can make your skin metabolism smoother and make your skin brighter.
All-round nutrition supply station: Hulugua is like an all-round nutrition supply station, its carbohydrates, folic acid, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and other nutrients are essential energy sources for our body, which can make our body stronger and healthier.
So, the next time you see gourd on the table, don't hesitate!
The little secret in the gourd: alkaloid glycoside toxins
We all know that gourds are a small treasure trove of nutrition, but you may not know that some gourds contain a toxin called alcoglycosides, which is an "invisible killer"!
If we accidentally eat a bitter gourd that contains this toxin, the body will react quickly. At first, you may feel dry mouth, dizziness, a little nausea, or even general fatigue and want to sleep. But don't think it's just a small fight, the toxins accumulate in the body, and the situation can be serious - nausea, vomiting, severe stomach pain, and even blood in the stool, the whole person will be very uncomfortable.
Moreover, this alkaloid glycoside toxin also particularly "likes" to attack our liver and kidneys. They are the important "cleaners" of our bodies, responsible for removing toxins and removing waste. However, alkaloid glycoside toxins can cause them to "strike", causing the toxins to accumulate more and more in the body, and the excretion is not smooth, which may lead to other problems, such as dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, etc.
Speaking of which, are you starting to get nervous? This toxin is very toxic, and some sources say that it is even more toxic than arsenic! If left untreated, it can be life-threatening.
What's worse is that this toxin "attacks" very quickly, and it may react within half an hour to seven hours, which is unexpected. Moreover, bitter gourds and ordinary gourds look similar, and it is difficult for us to distinguish them with the naked eye, which increases the risk of accidental ingestion.
Therefore, you must be careful when eating gourd! If you find that the taste is a little bitter or wrong, don't take the risk to try, safety first!
Prevention of food poisoning is a priority
When shopping: When we go shopping, remember to choose supermarkets, farmers' markets, or food stores that everyone trusts. Don't buy from vendors, after all, safety comes first.
When storing food: Keep refrigerated food in the refrigerator below 4°C before it is fresh. If it needs to be frozen, put it in the freezer at a temperature below -18°C. Those foods that do not need to be refrigerated should be kept in a cool and ventilated place and not allowed to be exposed to direct sunlight.
When cooking: Kitchen countertops, cooking utensils, and utensils should be cleaned regularly so that bacteria don't come looking for trouble. Also, wash your hands before and after cooking, clean and hygienic, and get rid of all germs.
When eating: Expired, spoiled food should not be eaten. If the food doesn't look or smell right, or if it's past its expiration date, don't eat it.
Special reminder: Elderly friends should pay special attention, because the immunity is slightly lower, so try to avoid eating those wild vegetables and wild mushrooms that may be harmful. Choose fresh, safe food.
Nowadays, food safety is a growing concern, and we need to recognize the seriousness of food poisoning. Preventing food poisoning is not a one-time thing, it depends on the efforts and persistence of each of us. Start with the small things in your daily life, develop good eating habits, improve your awareness of self-protection, and build a solid barrier for food safety together!