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Lotus root, commonly known as lotus root, lotus root, lotus cucumber and Yujie, is the underground stem of lotus, which is large and knotted in shape and has tubular holes inside. The newly dug lotus root is washed with sand, revealing the essence of whiteness, cut one by one, and there are seven or nine holes in the fragments, which are exquisite.
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Lotus root is a rare vegetable to lose weight, which has high nutritional and medicinal value, sweet and crisp taste and smooth entrance. During Xianfeng period of Qing Dynasty, lotus root was designated as a tribute to imperial cuisine.
Raw lotus root is cold. Can produce fluid and cool blood; Cooked lotus root is warm and can replenish spleen and blood. The knots of lotus root can stop bleeding. Pouring fresh lotus root juice with boiling water can prevent and treat acute gastroenteritis. If the nose bleeds, drinking fresh lotus root juice directly can stop the bleeding.
Lotus root contains vitamin C, calcium, phosphorus and iron, and can be used to treat iron deficiency anemia, liver disease, constipation and diabetes.
Lotus root also has the function of contracting blood vessels and stopping bleeding, which is very suitable for people with congestion, vomiting blood, epistaxis and hematuria, as well as pregnant women and leukemia patients. Lotus root can relieve summer heat and is a good summer food.
There is a way to eat.
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Lotus root can be fried, boiled, fried and mixed, with ups and downs. Lotus root is also regarded as a nourishing treasure, which can be made into lotus root juice, lotus root honey juice, lotus root ginger juice, lotus root grape juice, lotus root pear juice and other cool drinks.
Expert tips
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Ordinary people can eat it, especially those with diarrhea, poor appetite and dry mouth. 200 grams per meal is an ideal nutrient for the weak, but obese people should eat less. Because lotus root is cold, pregnant women should not eat it too early. Generally speaking, eating lotus root after delivery 1 ~ 2 weeks can drive away silt. Do not use iron when cooking lotus root, so as not to cause food to turn black.