The health code of eating leeks to lower blood lipids is hidden in the taste

"Boss, I want 10 leek dumplings for you to eat!" Leeks have a unique taste. Some people cover their noses when they smell it, but some people prefer this pungent smell and can't enjoy their diet without leeks. Nutritionists say that the pungent smell of leeks comes from the sulfides in their ingredients, which are blood vessel scavengers. Moderate intake can help lower blood lipids and protect cardiovascular health. In addition, leeks are rich in dietary fiber, which is also beneficial for improving constipation and losing weight.

Blood vessel cleaner! Leek "sulfur" keeps you healthy

Leek is known as "yang-raising grass" and "immortality leek". From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, it has the effects of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, relieving inflammation and pain, and strengthening the kidneys and strengthening yang. Eating it in moderation can control blood pressure and protect the cardiovascular system.

Chen Yanfu, a nutritionist at the United Nutrition Consulting Center, pointed out from the perspective of Western nutrition in his book "Ranking of Foods That Lower Blood Lipids" that the sulfide in leeks is the source of their pungent aroma, which can lower blood lipids, stabilize blood pressure, prevent cholesterol oxidation and deposition, dilate blood vessels, promote blood circulation, prevent arteriosclerosis, and help protect cardiovascular health.

In addition, minerals such as calcium, potassium, and magnesium in leeks can also prevent thickening of arterial walls, improve high blood pressure and heart disease; iron and chlorophyll can help alleviate anemia or bleeding symptoms.

High-fiber leeks help reduce fat and help lose weight. People with poor stomachs should not eat too much.

For those who are trying to lose weight, leeks are a rare and good ingredient. Nutritionist Chen Yanfu said that every 100 grams of leek contains 26 calories and is rich in dietary fiber. It can not only promote gastrointestinal motility, promote defecation, prevent diverticulitis and colorectal cancer, but also reduce lipid absorption and help weight control. Moreover, eating leeks can warm the body, promote blood circulation, increase metabolic rate, and help burn fat and lose weight.

However, nutritionist Chen Yanfu also reminded that leek fibers are coarse and eating too much can easily irritate the intestines, potentially causing abdominal pain and diarrhea. Patients with gastric ulcers or people with poor gastrointestinal absorption should pay attention to the amount they consume. In addition, eating too much leek can cause getting inflamed, and leek should not be consumed together with alcohol, so as not to add fuel to the fire and cause blood pressure to get out of control.

【Garlic sesame chive rolls】

• Ingredients: 100 grams of leeks, 30 grams of white sesame seeds, 20 grams of minced garlic, and appropriate amount of bonito flakes.

• Seasoning: 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil.

• practice:

  1. Wash the leeks, blanch them in boiling water, take them out and let them cool, then squeeze out the water, cut them into sections, and place them on a plate for later use.

  2. Mix the minced ginger and garlic with the seasonings, pour over the chopped cooked leeks, and sprinkle with dried bonito flakes and white sesame seeds.

• Note: Chives can improve blood lipids and protect cardiovascular system; sesame contains linoleic acid and linolenic acid, which can not only keep the skin smooth but also promote the metabolism of fat in the body.

【Shredded Chicken with Chives and Silver Sprouts】

• Ingredients: 100 grams of chicken breast, 50 grams of bean sprouts, 30 grams of chives, and 10 grams of carrots.

• Seasoning: 1 teaspoon of sugar, a little salt and sesame oil.

• practice:

  1. After washing all the ingredients, cut the chives into sections, blanch them and bean sprouts separately, rinse and drain; peel and cut the carrots into shreds.

  2. Cook the chicken breast in boiling water, rinse and then shred.

  3. Mix all ingredients and seasonings until combined.

• Note: Chive flowers are rich in calcium, phosphorus, potassium, carotene, vitamin B2 and vitamin C, which can promote metabolism and normalize fat metabolism in the body. Carrots also have the function of protecting eyes and improving eyesight, and are especially suitable for office workers who often use computers and mobile phones.