| 70.00 kcal | 16.40g | 0.20g | 1.90g |
| Calories | Carbohydrates | Fat | Protein |
Detailed introduction:
Lotus root is the enlarged part of the underground stem of lotus root, which belongs to the Nymphaeaceae family. Lotus root is mainly distributed in the Yangtze River Basin and southern provinces and can be harvested in autumn, winter and early spring.
The lotus root is short cylindrical, with a thick outer skin, smooth grayish white or silvery gray, and a white interior; the center of the node is enlarged, with various sizes inside.There are several identical holes, arranged symmetrically from left to right; the body is heavier and the texture is crisp and tender. The lotus roots cultivated for consumption in China can be divided into two categories: the first category is lotus root species. Its rhizome is fat, with white skin, crisp and tender flesh, sweet taste, high yield, and few lotus seeds; the second type is lotus species, the lotus is smaller, the flesh is slightly gray, and the quality is poor, but it has many fruits and is mainly harvested. Collect lotus seeds.
As a vegetable, lotus root is mainly used. Lotus root is slightly sweet, crisp, and very refreshing. It can be eaten raw or cooked, and its medicinal value is very high. It is a good food and nourishing treasure for the old, young, women, children, and the weak and sick.
Food review:
Most aquatic vegetables such as lotus root have higher mineral content, but at the same time, they have higher starch content among vegetables. They can occasionally be eaten in small amounts as a substitute for staple food during weight loss.
Nutritional value:
1. Clear heat and cool blood: Lotus root is cold in nature, has the effect of clearing away heat and cooling blood, and can be used to treat febrile diseases; lotus root is sweet and liquid, and can treat thirst, epistaxis, and hemoptysis due to fever. , especially beneficial for those who bleed.
- Laxative and antidiarrheal, invigorating the spleen and appetizing: Lotus root contains mucus protein and dietary fiber, which can combine with cholates in the human body, cholesterol and triglycerides in food, so that they can be excreted from the feces, thereby reducing lipid synthesis. absorb. Lotus root exudes a unique fragrance and also contains tannins, which can strengthen the spleen and stop diarrhea. It can increase appetite, promote digestion, appetize and strengthen the body, and is beneficial to the recovery of health for those with poor appetite and loss of appetite.
- Benefit blood and promote muscle growth: Lotus root has high nutritional value and is rich in iron, calcium and other trace elements. It is also rich in plant protein, vitamins and starch. It has obvious effects on replenishing qi and blood and enhancing human immunity. Therefore, Chinese medicine says: "It mainly nourishes the middle and nourishes the mind, and replenishes qi and strength."
- Stop bleeding and disperse blood stasis: Lotus root contains a large amount of tannic acid, which has the effect of constricting blood vessels and can be used to stop bleeding. Lotus root can also cool the blood and disperse blood. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that it can stop bleeding without leaving blood stasis, and is a good food therapy for febrile disease.
Nutrition Encyclopedia:
| Nutrition | Content (per 100g) | Nutrition | Content (per 100g) |
| Calories (kcal) | 70.00 | Carbohydrates (grams) | 16.40 |
| Fat (grams) | 0.20 | Protein (grams) | 1.90 |
| Cellulose (grams) | 1.20 | Vitamin A (micrograms) | 3.00 |
| Vitamin C (mg) | 44.00 | Vitamin E (mg) | 0.73 |
| Carotene (microgram) | 20.00 | Thiamine (mg) | 0.09 |
| Riboflavin (mg) | 0.03 | Niacin (mg) | 0.30 |
| Cholesterol (mg) | δΈ€ | Magnesium (mg) | 19.00 |
| Calcium (mg) | 39.00 | Iron (mg) | 1.40 |
| Zinc (mg) | 0.23 | Copper (mg) | 0.11 |
| Manganese (mg) | 1.30 | Potassium (mg) | 243.00 |
| Phosphorus (mg) | 58.00 | Sodium (mg) | 44.20 |
| Selenium (micrograms) | 0.39 |