Effects of winged beans
Winged beans are a popular vegetable among many Vietnamese people. This vegetable is not only rich in nutrients but also very effective in treating diseases. Thanh Nien newspaper quoted Boldsky website to point out the health benefits of winged beans as follows:
Improve immunity
Winged beans are rich in vitamin C and vitamin A. Eating these beans helps to boost the immune system and thus helps the body fight against any infections and diseases. Vitamin C in this legume acts as a protective shield, warding off diseases and protecting the body.
Weight loss support
Beans are healthy and low in calories. They also have a good amount of fiber which helps in healthy weight loss. Fiber and calories help keep you feeling full, thus reducing the chances of constant snacking which can lead to weight gain.
Beneficial during pregnancy
Winged beans are a rich source of folate, and eating winged beans in moderation is beneficial during pregnancy. It helps support healthy childbirth and avoids the occurrence of neural tube defects in newborns. Along with folate content, the rich source of iron in this legume is beneficial as it reduces the risk of maternal anemia and low birth weight in babies.
Reduce inflammation
The significant amount of manganese in beans helps reduce inflammation. The antioxidant properties in winged beans help reduce sprains or swelling, which is beneficial for those suffering from arthritis, as it helps treat superoxide dismutase deficiency.
Improve eye health
According to studies, the thiamine content in legumes prevents vision-related problems. Regular consumption of winged beans helps prevent the onset of problems such as glaucoma and cataracts. Thiamine has the ability to improve muscle and nerve signals, which are important in the connection between the eyes and the brain.
Prevent diabetes
Studies have revealed that a combination of vitamin D and calcium work together to prevent the onset of diabetes, by optimizing glucose metabolism in the body.
These two nutrients directly affect the pancreatic cells, thus controlling insulin secretion and blood sugar levels. By balancing blood sugar levels, winged beans help prevent diabetes.
Winged beans are very good for health.
Some medicinal dishes from winged beans
Winged beans are not only a nutritious food but also a medicinal herb that cures many diseases. Health & Life Newspaper quoted Dr. Vu Duy Thanh as instructing some dishes and medicinal recipes from winged beans as follows:
Remedy from winged bean to cure gastritis
Method 1: Eat roasted winged beans
Choose old seeds, then peel off the shell, collect the seeds, do not take the broken or wormy seeds, roast with salt until golden and fragrant, and change color. Chew about 10 - 12 seeds every morning before meals.
Method 2: Puree the winged bean seeds
If you have weak teeth or are elderly or young children, you should use this form of preparation. Every day, scoop 1 teaspoon of bean powder, chew gently, then swallow slowly.
Method 3: Winged bean powder combined with honey
Ingredients: Old winged bean seeds (about 100-200 grams), pure honey.
How to do:
Roast the seeds until golden brown, let cool, then grind into fine powder and store in a sealed jar in a cool, dry place for gradual use.
Take 2 teaspoons of roasted golden-brown winged bean powder, mix with ½ teaspoon of pure honey and eat. Use daily and continuously for 10-20 days.
Cure stomach pain with dishes made from fresh winged beans
Ingredients: 300 grams of fresh winged beans, 300 grams of pork belly, garlic, spices to taste.
How to do:
- Remove the green veins and ends of the winged beans, cut into bite-sized pieces. Wash the pork belly, slice thinly and marinate with a little seasoning powder.
- Peel the garlic and crush it.
- Put the crushed garlic into a hot oil pan to fry until fragrant, then add the winged beans and stir-fry. Add a little cold water, cover tightly until the beans are cooked, season to taste and pour the beans onto a plate.
- Continue to saute garlic and meat until cooked, add cooked meat to winged beans, mix well and enjoy.
Cure bone and joint pain with stir-fried winged beans and eggs
Ingredients: 150g winged beans, 1 carrot, 100g pork kidney, 1 chili, 2 duck egg yolks, green onions, cilantro, minced onion and garlic, cooking oil, fish sauce, white wine, pepper, seasoning powder, soy sauce.
How to do:
- Pick, wash and cut the winged beans diagonally. Cut the carrots into 4cm long strips. Chop the green onions and cilantro. Beat the duck egg yolk and season with a little pepper.
- Clean pork kidney, score diagonally and cut into 2cm thick pieces, marinate with ½ teaspoon seasoning powder, ¼ teaspoon pepper and minced onion and garlic, let it absorb.
- Saute minced onion and garlic, add pork kidney, season with 1 tablespoon white wine, a little water, saute until cooked, pour onto a plate.
- Add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil to the pan, saute minced onion and garlic, add green beans and carrots, season with 1 tablespoon of seasoning powder, stir-fry the vegetables until they are cooked, then add the stir-fried kidney, add the egg yolk and stir well, add a little water, turn off the stove when the eggs are cooked.
- Put the stir-fried green beans and eggs on a plate, sprinkle with green onions, cilantro and pepper on top, and serve with soy sauce and sliced chili.
In addition, eating boiled winged beans can help relieve headaches caused by stress, winged bean roots treat sore throats and bad breath. Drink 9-15g of decoction per day. Wash fresh winged bean leaves, crush, and apply to treat unruptured pustules to help relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
Source: https://vtcnews.vn/cac-bai-thuoc-chua-benh-tu-dau-rong-ar911152.html
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