Effects and functions of mountain mustard
In traditional Chinese medicine pharmacopoeia and modern nutrition research, mountain mustard has always occupied a special position. This cruciferous plant not only carries thousands of years of dietary wisdom, but is also known as the "king of wild vegetables" because it is rich in bioactive ingredients. From the detoxification characteristics recorded in the "Herbal Herbs" to the nutritional value verified in modern laboratories, mountain mustard is returning to the field of healthy eating with a new attitude. Four core health values of mountain mustard 1. The natural detoxification and swelling agent mountain mustard contains isothiocyanates produced by the decomposition of glucosinolate, which has been confirmed to have significant antibacterial activity in the American Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 20g of fresh products squeezed for external application every day can accelerate wound healing and relieve redness and swelling from mosquito bites. Its detoxification effect is particularly significant on damp-heat skin inflammation. 2. Intestinal health regulator contains 3.2 g of dietary fiber per 100g of mountain mustard, which is equivalent to twice the content of celery. Its unique viscous polysaccharide can promote the proliferation of Bifidobacterium. Regular consumption can increase the frequency of intestinal peristalsis by 37%(Data source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition). It is recommended to use it with natto rich in probiotics for better results. 3. The natural appetizing and digestive mustard volatile essential oil contains allyl sulfide, which can stimulate olfactory nerve endings and increase saliva secretion by 40%. It is specially recommended to make it into salad (retaining 90% of the active ingredients) or with lemon juice to taste it, which can effectively improve loss of appetite in summer. 4. The beta-carotene content in the eye nutrition supply station reaches 4130μg/100g, which is equivalent to 138% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin A after conversion in the body. Combined with its rich lutein (1.8mg per 100 grams), it forms a complete eye tissue protection system, especially suitable for people with long-term eye users to make eye protection fruit and vegetable juices.
From wild vegetables in the mountains to sacred health products, the value of mountain mustard is gradually being scientifically verified. It is recommended to consume 50-80g each time 3-4 times a week. Cooking methods such as quick frying, cold dressing, and making soup can be adopted. However, it should be noted that its oxalic acid content is high, and people with renal dysfunction should be blanched and eaten. Let this ancient mountain delicacy inject natural energy into the health of modern people.