Now that the hot summer has arrived, the air is full of heat, and we must pay attention to hydrating the body. Now there are a lot of seasonal melons and vegetables have been listed, Xiaobian today to share with you is this vegetable grown on the side of the road, often treated as a wild grass, in the summer to eat just right, its nutritional value is very high, let's take a look.
1. Improve anemia
Folk regard amaranth as a good blood tonic dish, known as "blood tonic dish". The reason why red amaranth has a blood tonic effect is not because its juice is red, but that red amaranth is rich in iron, vitamin K, vitamin C and other nutrients, which have the effect of promoting blood coagulation, increasing hemoglobin content and improving hematopoietic function.
2. Enhance physical fitness
Amaranth is rich in protein and fat. Sugars and a variety of vitamins and minerals, the protein contained in it is more fully absorbed by the human body than milk, the carotene contained in it is more than 2 times higher than that of nightshade fruits, which can provide rich nutrients for the human body, which is conducive to strengthening the body and improving the body's immunity, known as "longevity dish".
3. Calcium supplementation
Whether this is for children or for the elderly, calcium supplementation is very important, we usually eat calcium tablets or bone soup food, the absorption and utilization rate of the human body is very low, amaranth rich in calcium substances are more easily absorbed by the body, enhance the toughness of bones.
4. Protect vision
The vitamin A content in red amaranth is considerable, about 352 micrograms/100 grams, and it is also rich in carotene, which can be converted into vitamin A after entering the body. Therefore, eating red amaranth can also play a role in protecting vision.
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