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Ancient vegetable that was once only fit for kings, now sold cheaply at the market, as nutritious as ginseng.

This is an ancient variety used to serve kings but now sold very cheaply. It is rich in nutrients, and many people still don't know where to buy it to eat.

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14 January, 2024

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This type of vegetable was once honored with the title ‘Emperor’s dish’, as it often appeared in meals at the palace. Chrysanthemum greens, also commonly known as tarragon, belong to the herbaceous plant category, usually growing straight and reaching an average height of 0.4 – 0.6m, with some plants reaching up to 1m.

The leaves of chrysanthemum greens are green, soft, and feather-like in shape, growing alternately. When they start to bloom, the outer edges of the flowers are a pale white, while the center is a bright yellow color and has a pleasant fragrance.

Consuming a lot of chrysanthemum greens brings many benefits to the liver and other internal organs. Chrysanthemum greens originated from the Mediterranean region and were later introduced to Europe and Asia. In Vietnam, chrysanthemum greens are grown extensively in the northern regions, while in the south, they are mainly cultivated in Lam Dong province.

Chrysanthemum greens are a rich source of nutrients such as vitamin K, protein, carotene, and various amino acids… which help improve sleep, protect the liver, enhance vision, cleanse the lungs, relieve constipation, lower blood pressure, protect the brain, nourish the heart, cleanse the blood…

With these benefits, chrysanthemum greens have been considered the “Emperor’s dish” since ancient times, as they are often favored and used in royal banquets.

Health benefits of chrysanthemum greens:

Treating chronic headaches

To alleviate chronic headaches, you can use mature chrysanthemum greens, especially those with flowers, including the roots of the plant. Boil them to extract the water and use about 30g of this boiled water daily. Additionally, you can apply hot fresh chrysanthemum greens leaves on the top of the head and both sides of the temples in the evening before bedtime or whenever you experience a headache.

Treating chronic cough with chrysanthemum greens

Prepare 100-150g of chrysanthemum greens and 200g of minced pig lungs. Use these ingredients to make a soup and eat it with rice for about 3-4 days. This is an effective treatment regimen for chronic cough.

Stabilizing blood pressure

When following a diet for high blood pressure, supplement it with chrysanthemum greens as they are rich in amino acids and essential oils, which help clarify the mind and stabilize blood sugar. Additionally, you can also juice the chrysanthemum greens and drink 50ml daily in the morning and evening, especially suitable for hypertensive individuals with headaches and dizziness.