Many people suffer from nosebleeds in the summer. Excluding organic diseases, dry air and insufficient water intake are the main causes. Director of Otolaryngology Zhou Shihua said that for nosebleeds, one should often eat foods that cool the blood, nourish yin, and clear heat, with lotus root being a good choice.
Eating Lotus Root Can Treat Summer Nosebleeds
Lotus root can be eaten raw or cooked. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is believed that raw lotus root can cool the blood, while cooked lotus root can benefit the heart and kidneys, having the effect of nourishing yin and blood, and is of considerable medicinal value.
In addition, lotus root is high in iron and rich in vitamin K, which helps constrict blood vessels and stop bleeding. Therefore, if you often have nosebleeds, eating lotus root can not only clear internal heat but also help replenish blood and stop bleeding.
Zhou Shihua said that when selecting lotus root, one should choose those that are plump, juicy, and have a fresh fragrance. Everyone can look at the "parrot head" at the tip; the smaller it is, the better the taste.
When stir-frying lotus root, it is easy to change color. You can soak it in diluted vinegar water for 5 minutes after peeling to solve this problem. While stir-frying, adding a little water from time to time can also result in lotus root slices as white as jade. It should be reminded that people with poor digestive function should avoid eating it raw.