Nutritional value and efficacy of taro

Taro is a kind of starchy vegetable, which is rich in nutrition. It contains carbohydrates, protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, magnesium, sodium, fluorine and other minerals, as well as vitamins such as carotene, nicotinic acid, vitamins C and B. Proper consumption can enhance human immune function. In daily life, people often regard taro as delicious food on the table, and its influence on human body is as follows:

1, improve the body's immunity: taro contains a variety of nutrients needed by the human body, one of which can produce immunoglobulin after being absorbed by the human body and improve the body's resistance. Eating taro in moderation is conducive to improving the body's immunity and resisting diseases;

2, spleen and digestion: Shantou enters the spleen and stomach, which can replenish the spleen and stomach and enhance the digestive function of the spleen and stomach. Therefore, people with poor gastrointestinal function eat taro, which helps to strengthen the spleen and promote digestion and promote food digestion and absorption;

3, improve constipation: taro contains a natural polysaccharide plant gum, which can promote appetite and help digestion. At the same time, it is rich in dietary fiber, which stimulates gastrointestinal peristalsis, increases stool volume and has a very good laxative effect. Proper consumption can improve constipation;

4. Protect teeth: Taro contains fluorine necessary for human bones and teeth. Proper consumption of taro can supplement the fluoride needed by human body and promote the restoration of enamel, thus effectively preventing dental caries.

Taro has a high starch content, which is suitable for cooking and eating, and is conducive to retaining the nutrients in it. When eating taro, it must be cooked, otherwise the immature taro will easily lead to suffocation and gastrointestinal stagnation. Pay attention to the ingredients in taro skin that are irritating to human skin, and it is easy to itch after direct contact. When peeling, try to avoid direct contact between skin and taro skin to prevent itching and other discomfort. People with allergies should pay special attention.