Peas, also known as green peas, winter peas, wheat peas, snow peas, etc. It is an annual or autumn-sown perennial climbing herbaceous plant. Peas contain protein, carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and other nutrients. It can promote urination, stop diarrhea, and benefit the middle qi. What other effects does peas have?
Why are "peas" called blood vessel vacuum cleaners?
Because peas are rich in folic acid, vitamin B6, fiber, potassium, carotene, and other nutrients, they can absorb garbage and toxins in blood vessels and eliminate them from the body. Peas can also prevent cardiovascular diseases and effectively reduce cholesterol in the blood.
Many people stir-fry snow peas as a dish, but actually, this method results in very minimal absorption of nutrients by the body. For people with symptoms of blood vessel blockage, it is recommended to process snow peas and extract the core nutritional protein to form pea protein powder. If you find this troublesome, there are ready-made options available in the market that can save you time in making it.
What are the effects of peas?
1. Antibacterial and antiviral
Peas also contain substances that have antiviral properties and can inhibit bacterial growth. Eating them regularly is extremely beneficial to the body.
2. Cardiovascular protection
Peas are high in potassium and low in sodium, which is beneficial for protecting the cardiovascular system.
3. Blood pressure reduction
Peas are a very suitable health food for people with hypertension and feverish constitution.
4. Eye protection
Peas can improve vision. People who stay up late should eat more peas because pea tips have the therapeutic effect of clearing the liver and brightening the eyes.
Peas contain a large amount of carotene and lutein, which are helpful in protecting the optic nerve and improving vision. They are particularly suitable for those who often stay up late and experience eye fatigue, dryness, and blurred vision.
5. Calcium supplementation
Peas are most suitable for the elderly and children. Pea tips are especially suitable for people who are deficient in calcium, iron, zinc, such as the elderly, children, and pregnant women, and those who are prone to mineral deficiencies.
People who should avoid peas:
Peas contain protein, carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, iron, etc. They can promote urination, stop diarrhea, and benefit the middle qi. They should be cooked before consumption. People with diabetes should consume them in moderation.
Additional applications of peas:
1. Boiled pea soup
Take 250g of tender peas, add an appropriate amount of water, boil them until cooked, and consume the soup.
This recipe is from the book "Sui Xi Ju's Diet Recipes". It has the functions of harmonizing the middle, nourishing fluids, relieving thirst, and lowering qi. It can be used for symptoms of restlessness and thirst, or excessive thirst and dry mouth, as well as insufficient milk secretion and breast swelling after childbirth.
2. Pea and coriander soup
Take 120g of peas, 10g of tangerine peel, and 60g of coriander. Cook them in water and divide the soup into 3 parts for warm consumption.
This recipe uses peas to invigorate the spleen and stomach, and to eliminate dampness. Tangerine peel and coriander are used to invigorate the stomach and transform dampness. It is used for damp obstruction, disharmony between the spleen and stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, and convulsions.
