There is an old saying in our traditional diet: "Eat flowers in spring, leaves in summer, fruits in autumn, and roots in winter." This simple saying tells us the focus of our diet throughout the year. For winter, eating more root and stem vegetables is very beneficial for our health and wellness. Let's look at the introduction below and let these delicious foods help us get through the winter safely.
1. Winter bamboo shoots relieve greasiness
Winter bamboo shoots are rich in various proteins and amino acids. When cooked with meat, they can also clear heat and relieve greasiness. In addition, winter bamboo shoots are rich in dietary fiber, which aids digestion.
2. Chinese yam tonifies Qi
In winter, it is most appropriate to eat Chinese yam for nourishment. It has a high starch content and can provide more heat to resist the cold. Its components, such as dioscin, choline, and mucilage, not only help moisturize the skin but also prevent fat deposition in the cardiovascular system.
3. Burdock dispels wind
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, "wind evil" prevails in winter. Eating burdock can dispel wind and heat, helping the body resist the invasion of wind evil. The carotene content in 100 grams of burdock reaches 390 milligrams, far higher than that of carrots. Its protein and calcium content are also "second to none" among root and stem vegetables. Burdock also contains peroxidase and some antibacterial ingredients, which have certain anti-aging and blood sugar-lowering effects.