Vietnam has 3 types of seeds that are 'precious medicine' for the liver.
Adding these nuts to your daily diet not only helps cleanse the body, but also supports the liver in eliminating toxins and preventing diseases.
The liver is a vital organ in the body, playing a key role in detoxification, metabolism, and energy production.
To maintain a healthy liver, diet plays a significant role, especially the inclusion of foods that support liver function. In Vietnam, there are three types of seeds that are familiar to us, but few people know that they are natural "miracle cures" that help protect and improve liver function.
Lotus seeds - Nourishing the liver and clearing heat.
Lotus seeds help nourish the liver and reduce heat in the body. Photo: Getty
Lotus seeds are not only a traditional food rich in nutritional value but also have very good effects on the liver. Lotus seeds contain many important nutrients such as protein, fiber, and various vitamins, especially vitamin C.
This is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the liver from damage caused by free radicals.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, lotus seeds are considered a medicinal herb with cooling properties, helping to detoxify the liver and soothe liver damage caused by heat toxins.
According to research fromJournal of Medicinal FoodLotus seed extract has anti-inflammatory properties and protects the liver from harmful environmental factors as well as unhealthy dietary habits.
In addition, lotus seeds help improve sleep quality, thereby helping the body and liver recover after a long day.
Lotus seeds can be used in many dishes such as lotus seed sweet soup, lotus seed porridge, or even dried and eaten as a snack. You can also brew lotus seed tea and drink it regularly to help cool the body and detoxify.
Mung beans - Protect the liver from oxidative agents
Mung beans help protect the liver from oxidative damage. Photo: Getty
Legumes in general are always an excellent source of protein and fiber. They are also consistently ranked among the healthiest foods recommended by nutritionists.
Among them, mung beans, with their sweet taste, cooling properties, and non-toxic nature, are a type of seed that can detoxify and replenish vital energy, and are especially good for the liver.
Mung beans are a familiar ingredient in Vietnamese snacks and desserts such as mung bean sweet soup, mung bean cake, and mung bean drink.
According to research fromNutrition and MetabolismMung beans contain many phenolic compounds and flavonoids, which can protect against liver damage caused by free radicals.
These substances help reduce inflammation, protect the liver from oxidative agents, and prevent the development of liver diseases such as fatty liver disease or hepatitis. At the same time, mung beans also have a cooling effect, detoxify the liver, and help the body eliminate toxins more effectively.
Mung beans can be used to make sweet soups, cakes, or consumed regularly as mung bean drink. Roasted mung beans are also a delicious, crispy snack that is easy to prepare and store, and is very good for liver health.
Black sesame seeds - Detoxifying for the liver
Black sesame seeds offer many health benefits. Photo: Getty
Black sesame seeds are rich in antioxidants such as sesamin and sesamolin. These two substances can protect the liver from damage caused by toxins and oxidative factors.
Word researchJournal of Agricultural and Food ChemistryIt has been shown that sesamin has the ability to reduce fat accumulation in the liver, prevent fatty liver disease, and improve liver function.
At the same time, black sesame seeds are rich in vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids, which help nourish liver cells, improve cell regeneration, and enhance the liver's detoxification function.
Black sesame seeds can be roasted and sprinkled on dishes such as salads, rice, or baked goods. You can also use black sesame seeds in desserts or grind them into a powder and mix with water to maximize their liver benefits.