Many women who want to maintain their figure often want to know whether a certain food will make them gain weight before deciding whether or not to eat it. One common vegetable in the summer is loofah, which is rich in nutrients. So, does eating loofah make you gain weight?
How many calories does loofah have?
Calories: 20 kcal/100g of edible portion.
Nutritional composition: Carbohydrates 4.2g, Protein 1g, Fat 0.2g, Fiber 0.6g, Vitamin A 15μg, Vitamin C 5mg, Carotene 90μg, Calcium 14mg, Potassium 115mg, Iron 0.4mg.
Does eating loofah make you gain weight?
Eating loofah does not make you gain weight.
Loofah has very low calories, with only 20 kcal per 100g. It also has a low fat content, so it does not cause weight gain. On the contrary, it can be beneficial for weight loss.
Why is loofah good for weight loss?
1. The fiber, saponins, and plant mucilage in loofah can promote intestinal peristalsis, aid in regular bowel movements, reduce constipation, and help cleanse the body of accumulated fat and toxins.
2. The B vitamins in loofah can effectively promote metabolism and the secretion of digestive juices, relieving constipation.
3. Loofah is also rich in vitamins B1, B2, A, C, as well as calcium, phosphorus, iron, and other minerals. It can prevent nutrient deficiencies caused by dieting. With low calorie content and high water content, it is suitable for consumption during weight loss.
Is loofah effective for weight loss?
If you only eat loofah, the weight loss effect will be limited. It can only be considered as an aid for weight loss. The most effective way to lose weight is still through dietary control and moderate exercise.
How to eat loofah for better weight loss results
Stir-fried Loofah with Shrimp
Ingredients: Loofah, Fresh Shrimp
Instructions:
1. Peel and clean the shrimp, leaving the tails on. Make a small incision along the back of each shrimp and remove the intestinal tract. Marinate the shrimp in cooking wine and cornstarch for about 10 minutes.
2. Peel and wash the loofah, then cut it into thick slices. Slice the ginger and garlic.
3. Heat oil in a pan, stir-fry the shrimp until they change color, then set aside.
4. Heat oil in the pan again, stir-fry the ginger and garlic until fragrant, then add the loofah and stir-fry until softened. Add the shrimp and stir-fry together.
5. Pour in a suitable amount of broth and simmer for a while. Increase the heat to reduce the sauce, add a little salt and chicken powder for seasoning, and it's ready to serve.
Loofah Meatball Soup
Ingredients: 150g minced pork, 500g loofah, 1 egg, 1 small piece of ginger, spring onion, starch, salt, chicken powder.
Instructions:
1. Peel and wash the loofah, then cut it in half lengthwise and slice it into semicircles. Finely chop the ginger and finely chop the spring onion.
2. Beat the egg into the minced pork, add salt, ginger, chopped spring onion (leave a small spoonful for later), and starch. Mix well in one direction.
3. Add broth or water to the pot, bring to a boil, then add the loofah slices and salt.
4. After boiling, reduce the heat, form the pork mixture into meatballs one by one and add them to the pot. Cook the meatballs on medium heat for about five minutes. Transfer to a soup bowl, sprinkle with chopped spring onion, and serve.
Precautions when eating loofah
Loofah has a cooling effect and can cause a laxative effect. Therefore, even though it can aid in weight loss, it should not be consumed excessively, especially for women with weak spleen and stomach.
