The role and efficacy of rock sugar lotus root

We usually use lotus root to make soup, mainly because the nutritional value of lotus root soup is relatively high and it is easier to eat lotus root for soup. However, few people may eat rock sugar lotus root, so it is normal that people don't know its effects and functions. Rock sugar lotus root is very good for clearing heat and cooling blood, strengthening the spleen and stimulating appetite, but the preparation of rock sugar lotus root still requires us to spend some time to cook it before it can be eaten.

Lotus root originated in India and was introduced to China very early. Lotus root belongs to the subclass Magnoliaceae, order Sanlongye. It likes warmth, is not shade-tolerant, and does not tolerate water shortage or strong winds. Lotus root is slightly sweet and crispy. It can be eaten raw or cooked. It also has a very high medicinal value. Its roots, leaves, flowers, stamens and fruits are all precious and can be used as nourishing medicine. Lotus root powder can help digestion and stop diarrhea, stimulate appetite and clear away heat, nourish the body and prevent internal bleeding. It is an excellent liquid food and nourishing delicacy for women, children, the elderly, and the weak and sick.

Lotus root is the enlarged underground stem of lotus and can be eaten. Some say it originated in Egypt, while others believe it originated in China. Lotus fields mainly cultivate lotus roots in swamps. Hubei Province in China is rich in lotus roots, which are one of the Eight Water Immortals.

Clearing heat and cooling blood: Lotus root is cold in nature when used raw, and has the effect of clearing heat and cooling blood, and can be used to treat febrile diseases; lotus root is sweet and liquid, and is especially beneficial for those who suffer from fever, thirst, epistaxis, hemoptysis, and bleeding. Laxative and antidiarrheal, invigorating the spleen and stimulating appetite:

Lotus root contains mucus protein and dietary fiber, which can combine with bile salts in the human body, cholesterol and triglycerides in food, and excrete them from the feces, thereby reducing the absorption of lipids. Lotus root exudes a unique fragrance and also contains tannins, which have certain effects on strengthening the spleen and stopping diarrhea. It can increase appetite, promote digestion, stimulate the appetite and strengthen the stomach. It is beneficial for people with poor appetite and loss of appetite to recover their health.

Nourishes blood and promotes muscle growth: Lotus root has high nutritional value and is rich in trace elements such as iron and calcium. It is also rich in plant protein, vitamins and starch. It has obvious effects of replenishing qi and blood and enhancing human immunity. Therefore, Chinese medicine calls it: "It can nourish the middle and the spirit, and increase energy and strength." Stop bleeding and relieve 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 blood and disperse blood. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that it can stop bleeding without leaving blood stasis, and is an excellent food therapy for febrile blood diseases.

Rock sugar lotus root is a dish suitable for all ages. The main ingredients are lotus root and glutinous rice, and the seasoning is rock sugar. It tastes fresh and tender. Ingredients: 2 lotus roots, 1 bowl of glutinous rice. Seasoning: appropriate amount of rock sugar. Wash the glutinous rice and soak it for 4 hours. Wash and peel the lotus root, cut the front end, pour in the glutinous rice and shake it gently to make it firm. Use a toothpick to seal the front end of the cut lotus root. Steam the lotus root in a plate with water until cooked, take out, slice it and place it on the plate. Add a little water to the pot, boil the rock sugar until it melts, then pour it on the cut lotus root slices.