Health benefits of perilla leaves
Perilla is a familiar spice in our daily meals. Perilla is grown everywhere in Vietnam, people use perilla as a spice and medicine.
Thanh Nien Newspaper quoted Master - Traditional Medicine Doctor Tran Thi My Linh (currently working at FPT Long Chau Pharmacy System) saying that drinking perilla leaf water properly, your body can receive the following benefits:
Improve cardiovascular function, support diabetes treatment
Perilla contains high levels of alpha-linoleic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid that has the ability to reduce triglycerides and inhibit endogenous cholesterol synthesis.
This helps lower blood lipids and prevent the risk of atherosclerosis. Alpha-linoleic acid in perilla also helps inhibit the release of platelets and serotonin, thereby limiting blood clot formation and minimizing the risk of blood clots.
According to nutritionists, maintaining cholesterol and triglyceride levels within safe limits is very important to maintain cardiovascular health, especially in adults and the elderly.
Therefore, drinking perilla juice for a month can help improve cardiovascular health, stabilize blood pressure and protect the heart from disease risks. In addition, it also has the ability to inhibit the enzyme that breaks down fructose into glucose, which is effective in treating diabetes.
Enhance memory, improve eyesight
One of the outstanding properties of perilla is its high alpha-linoleic acid content, which can be converted into DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) - an important component of the nervous system and retina.
Regular consumption of perilla juice helps supplement a natural source of DHA, which can help improve memory, protect nerve cells from harmful agents and reduce the risk of cognitive decline in the elderly. In addition, DHA also plays an important role in maintaining healthy vision, helping to prevent macular degeneration and age-related vision problems.
Reduces symptoms of dermatitis
Perilla contains many anti-inflammatory compounds and antioxidants that help reduce symptoms of atopic dermatitis and immune-related problems.
In traditional medicine, perilla is used as a medicine to prevent and treat diseases, specifically people use perilla leaves to treat colds, coughs with phlegm, and stuffy nose. The compounds limonene, linalool, perilla alcohol, perilla aldehyde and β-caryophyllene in the chemical composition of perilla leaf essential oil have been studied and shown to have effective antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory effects.
In addition, perilla also has high iron and vitamin C content, helping to prevent anemia and support the immune system. Especially for people with mild cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sore throat.
Helps the body detoxify
Maintaining the habit of drinking perilla water can help the body detoxify and provide energy effectively. Perilla has the ability to promote the secretion of digestive enzymes, helping the body absorb nutrients better, increase appetite and support energy metabolism.
In addition, thanks to antioxidants, perilla water helps protect cells from the effects of free radicals, thereby reducing stress and making the body feel more comfortable and less tired.
Perilla leaf water is good for health, however when drinking it, you need to pay attention to some things to be good for your health.
Skin protection
With its high antioxidant capacity, perilla water helps protect the skin from harmful environmental factors such as sunlight and pollution. Nutrients from perilla also help soothe the skin, reduce allergic reactions and prevent inflammation. Regular use of perilla water can help whiten and firm the skin, slow down the aging process and reduce wrinkles.
The fatty acids and vitamin E in perilla also help the skin retain its natural moisture, support skin cell regeneration and reduce dry skin. Adding perilla juice to your daily diet is a natural, effective solution to protect and nourish your skin from within.
What should you pay attention to when drinking perilla leaf water?
Health & Life Newspaper quoted Traditional Medicine Practitioner Tran Dang Tai - Vice President of the Oriental Medicine Association of Thai Hoa town - Nghe An saying that because perilla has certain toxicity, when using it, one must pay attention:
Do not eat too much perilla leaves, because perilla contains a large amount of oxalic acid. When oxalic acid meets calcium and zinc in the human body, it will form calcium oxalate and zinc oxalate, which will damage the human body's nervous system, digestive system and blood-forming function.
Absolutely do not eat crucian carp cooked with perilla leaves because it can cause poisoning and ulcers.
If perilla is used for a long time, people with weak spleen and stomach will have diarrhea. People with weak qi and yin should not eat perilla.
Perilla has a spicy, warm nature. People with wind-cold (symptoms of high fever, chills, sweating, thirst...), especially those who are hot-tempered, weak, tired, and often have colds should not use it. People with fever and sweating should not use it.
Perilla also has a certain effect in increasing blood sugar levels, so diabetics should be careful when using it.
Above is the information to answer the question "What should I pay attention to when drinking perilla leaf water?". Drink perilla leaf water properly to be good for your health.
Source: https://vtcnews.vn/uong-nuoc-la-tia-to-can-luu-y-gi-ar907790.html
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