Black beans have been used for both food and medicine since ancient times. "Compendium of Materia Medica" states: "Black beans have many benefits for the kidneys, and can treat edema, relieve flatulence, regulate qi, and alleviate wind heat while promoting blood circulation and detoxification." Its medicinal value is highly regarded. From a modern scientific perspective, black beans are also a rare ingredient for health and well-being. What are its effects? Let's explain in detail below.
Preventing Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Diseases
Cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases are major threats to the elderly, with millions of deaths each year. Black beans are rich in high-quality proteins and amino acids, with extremely low fat content. They are not only nutritious, but also lower cholesterol levels, soften blood vessels, and greatly help in preventing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Anti-aging
The appearance of wrinkles and other signs of aging in humans is due to an increase in free radicals in the body, which cause damage to cells. Black beans contain abundant natural antioxidants such as vitamin E and trace elements like zinc, which can protect cells from free radical damage and have anti-aging effects.
Preventing Gray Hair and Strengthening Hair
The reason why hair appears black is because melanin is secreted in the hair follicles, and black beans contain a large amount of melanin, which can prevent premature graying of hair and help white hair turn black. In addition, hair requires various proteins and trace elements as nutritional support for growth, and black beans are rich in these nutrients, so they can promote hair growth and strength.
Colon Cleansing and Relieving Constipation
Black beans have a fiber content of nearly 5%. After consumption, a large amount of dietary fiber can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, help with digestion and absorption of food, and promote timely removal of waste, preventing constipation.
With such outstanding benefits, what is the best way to consume black beans to maximize their nutrition and health benefits? Here are some recommendations.
Vinegar-Soaked Black Beans
Soaking black beans in vinegar is a common way to consume them for health benefits. This method helps the body better absorb anthocyanins in black beans. The process is simple: wash the black beans, stir-fry them in a dry pan until the beans crack open, transfer them to a container, add an appropriate amount of aged vinegar, seal the container, and let it sit for a few days before consuming.
Black Bean Sesame Soy Milk
Making soy milk from black beans is also a very healthy way to consume them. The process is quite simple: prepare a suitable amount of black beans, pour them into a soy milk maker and make soy milk. To enhance the flavor, you can add some sesame seeds.
Black Bean Porridge
Cooking black bean porridge is a common and nutritious method. Prepare a proper amount of rice and black beans, wash them, add an appropriate amount of water to a pot, add the rice, bring it to a boil over high heat, then add the black beans, simmer on low heat until the black beans are soft, and then turn off the heat. The porridge is ready to be consumed.
Black beans are a healthy ingredient, and these eating methods can maximize their health benefits. Don't miss out on them.
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