With the gradual popularization of the concept of healthy eating, people have begun to focus on regulating the body through food. In traditional Chinese medicine dietary therapy, loofah, as a common ingredient, is highly regarded for its effects on dispelling dampness, lowering lipids, and stabilizing blood sugar. June is the season when the loofah is on the market, this article will delve into the benefits of eating loofah in June, reveal the new trend of TCM diet therapy, and let us enjoy the fun of healthy eating by tasting the loofah.
Benefits and efficacy of loofah:
Anti-dampness effect. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that dampness is one of the main culprits that cause various diseases. The loofah is considered to have a dampness-dissipating effect because of its sweet taste and cold nature, and is suitable for the humid and hot environment in summer. Eating loofah helps to reduce the adverse effects of moisture on the body, making people feel refreshed and comfortable.
Lipid-lowering effect. The dietary fiber rich in loofah helps to reduce blood lipids, especially for the regulation of LDL cholesterol. Long-term consumption of loofah can help prevent and improve symptoms of hyperlipidemia and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Regulates blood sugar. The loofah contains an ingredient called loofah polysaccharide, which has the effect of regulating blood sugar. Studies have shown that moderate consumption of loofah can effectively control blood sugar levels and has a certain auxiliary effect on diabetic patients.
Nutrients and efficacy of loofah:
Abundant moisture.
One of the main components of loofah is water, which has a water content of more than 95%. High summer temperatures can easily lead to dehydration, and eating loofahs can provide the body with plenty of water to help maintain water balance.
Rich in dietary fiber.
Loofah is rich in dietary fiber, which helps to promote intestinal peristalsis and prevent constipation. Dietary fiber can also lower cholesterol and maintain cardiovascular health.
Vitamins and minerals.
Loofah is rich in vitamins such as vitamin C, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, as well as minerals such as potassium and magnesium. These ingredients help boost immunity, maintain normal nervous system function, and promote bone health.
Low calorie, low fat.
Loofah is a low-calorie, low-fat food that is suitable for people who want to do or control their weight. Moreover, it has a refreshing taste and tastes delicious without excessive calorie intake.
How to eat loofah and how to match:
Stir-fried loofah. Cut the loofah into slices or chunks and stir-fry it with a small amount of oil, which can be served with some seasonings such as salt and chicken essence, which is simple and delicious.
Chilled loofah. Cut the loofah into shreds or pieces, add some seasonings, such as vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, etc., to make a cold loofah, which has a fresh and delicious taste.
Loofah soup. Cut the loofah into pieces and cook it with some other ingredients, such as chicken, fungus, etc., into a loofah soup that is delicious and nutritious.
Summer Diet Tips:
Mix and match ingredients appropriately.
While eating loofah, it can be paired with some other ingredients, such as chicken, shrimp, fungus, etc., which not only increases the layering of the taste, but also provides more comprehensive nutrition.
Avoid over-seasoning.
The loofah itself has a light taste, and it is recommended to avoid using too many greasy seasonings to fully preserve the original flavor of the loofah.
Freshness is the best policy.
Choose a fresh loofah, the taste is more tender, and the nutrients in the fresh loofah are also richer.
Conclusion:
In June, it was the right time to eat loofah, and the concept of traditional Chinese medicine diet therapy was used to regulate the body, which not only enjoyed the fresh and tender taste of the loofah, but also injected the benefits of dispelling dampness, lowering lipids, and stabilizing blood sugar into the body. Not only do you not have to worry about the rationality of the formula, but you can also inject healthy elements into your diet. Let's taste the delicacy of loofah on the summer table and welcome a cool and healthy summer. Luffa, a good helper of traditional Chinese medicine food therapy, has a fresh and tender taste and high nutrition!