Purslane for wrinkle removal

People who have lived in rural areas in the south for a long time should often see the plant purslane. As a wild vegetable, purslane likes to live in a humid environment, so purslane can often be seen on the ridges of fields in the south. The reason why purslane is so popular in people's daily lives is entirely because it plays a very good role in the human body. Some women use purslane to get rid of wrinkles. Does it really work?

The efficacy and function of purslane

Cleanse the intestines

Purslane is an intestinal cleanser and the best medicine for various intestinal diseases. The greatest effect of Purslane is to treat diseases of the large intestine meridian. It can not only detoxify, but also reduce inflammation and eliminate heat. It can basically cure all intestinal diseases with heat syndrome.

Treat skin diseases

Purslane enters the heart meridian and can clear heart fire. It enters the lung meridian and can disperse lung heat. The "Yellow Emperor's Internal Classic" says: All pains, itches and sores belong to the heart. The lungs control the skin and hair.

That is to say, all kinds of carbuncles, ulcers, and eczema are all related to heart fire and lung heat. Purslane can both clear heart fire and disperse lung heat. Its detoxifying effect affects both the blood and the skin, treating both internal and external problems, so it is effective for the skin problems mentioned above.

Method: To treat skin diseases, you can take it internally and apply it externally. Mash fresh purslane and apply it to the affected area, or boil the dried product in water for a bath, both of which are good methods.

Liver protection

Of all plants, purslane has the highest content of omega 3 fatty acids, comparable to that of marine fish. Omega 3 fatty acids are very important fatty acids for the human body. They can lower cholesterol and triglycerides and prevent and treat cardiovascular diseases. From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, these effects actually promote the function of the liver and enable normal decomposition and metabolism of fat.

Sterilization and anti-inflammatory

Purslane has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, promoting dampness removal, stopping diarrhea, and having antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. Therefore, it has a high inhibitory effect on Escherichia coli, Proteus, Shigella dysenteriae, typhoid and paratyphoid bacilli, and has the reputation of being a "natural antibiotic".

Cancer prevention and treatment

Purslane is rich in selenium, which can inhibit liver cancer, skin cancer and lymphoma induced by chemical carcinogens. The vitamin E it contains can reduce the carcinogenic effects of some carcinogens and protect against cell damage caused by radioactive elements and induced cancer.

Good for cardiovascular health

The carotene contained in purslane has the effect of delaying aging and preventing cardiovascular diseases. In addition, purslane also contains biologically active substances, which have relatively good preventive and therapeutic effects on cardiovascular diseases such as heart disease, hypertension, stroke, and diabetes.

Lowers blood sugar

The norepinephrine in Purslane can promote insulin secretion, regulate sugar metabolism in the human body, lower blood sugar concentration and maintain blood sugar stability, and has a certain auxiliary therapeutic effect on diabetes.

Strengthens the heart muscle

Purslane is rich in active substances such as L-norepinephrine, dopamine and dopa. Norepinephrine can stimulate vascular B-receptors, causing vasoconstriction, increasing blood pressure, raising coronary artery perfusion pressure, and increasing coronary flow. In addition, these substances can stimulate the heart's B-receptors, thereby enhancing myocardial contractility and the heart's automatic rhythm.

Lower blood pressure and protect the heart

Purslane is rich in potassium, including potassium nitrate, potassium oxide, potassium sulfate, etc. It has been determined that the potassium content in purslane is as high as 1.7%. Potassium salt can lower blood pressure, slow down heart rate, and has a heart-protecting effect.

Eliminate pigmentation spots

The vitamin C contained in purslane has a certain effect in eliminating pigmentation spots. In addition, vitamin E can protect the phospholipids in mitochondria and has anti-free radical effects, making it an excellent beauty product.

Black hair

Purslane contains a high level of copper (21 micrograms/100 grams). Copper ions in the body are an important component of tyrosinase. Copper deficiency can lead to reduced melanin production and an increase in gray hair. Therefore, eating purslane regularly can increase the density of melanocytes in the epidermis and the activity of related enzymes, turning white hair black.

How to eat purslane

1. After removing the roots and washing them, you can stir-fry them directly.

2. You can also put it into boiling water, blanch it for a few minutes, chop it into pieces and mix it with vegetables. You can also make soup, dumpling fillings, and eat it in pancakes.

3. You can also dry it and steam it with braised pork, or stir-fry it with other vegetables.

Taboos on eating purslane

1. When you first start eating purslane, you must eat it in small amounts. You can eat more after you gradually get used to it. Only add white sugar, not brown sugar. Because brown sugar is warm in nature, it goes against the direction of treatment.

2. Purslane is a cold thing. Friends who often suffer from diarrhea and have weak stomachs should not eat purslane, because eating purslane may aggravate their condition. This is one of the side effects of purslane.

3. Pregnant women should avoid eating purslane because it may cause miscarriage. So for the health of babies and pregnant women, do not use purslane indiscriminately.

4. When taking Chinese medicine, especially when it contains turtle shell, do not eat purslane. Because it is likely to affect the effectiveness of your treatment.

4. Avoid taking it with pepper and this powder.