What is water morning glory?
Water morning glory is a plant originating from South Asia. This plant used to grow wild a lot in Vietnam, but not many people knew about its nutritional value and medicinal properties.
Later on, when more information about water morning glory became available, this plant suddenly became a “magic potion” favored by many families as an optimal nutritional solution.
The leaves of water morning glory contain 46 types of antioxidants, especially vitamin C and vitamin A. These are extremely important antioxidants for human health.
Water morning glory is very nutritious
These antioxidants help neutralize the damaging effects of free radicals, thereby protecting us from cancer and degenerative diseases such as macular degeneration and atherosclerosis.
The combined nutrients of water morning glory include many essential amino acids, beta-carotene, 18 amino acids, phenolic compounds, and many minerals…
Water morning glory contains more than 90 nutrients, 18 amino acids, 46 antioxidants, 7 times higher vitamin C content than oranges, 4 times higher calcium content than milk, 4 times higher vitamin A content than carrots, 2 times higher protein content than yogurt, 3 times higher iron content than spinach, etc.
Some benefits of water morning glory
Good for the liver
Scientists have found that the leaves of water morning glory contain a large amount of silymarin. This substance has the ability to enhance the function of the liver, thereby protecting the liver cells from damage when the body consumes excessive fat.
Multiple health benefits
Supports the treatment of gastric disorders
Thanks to its acid resistance, histamine resistance, and antibacterial properties, water morning glory is considered a remedy for preventing and supporting the treatment of gastric disorders effectively.
Improves bone health
The calcium and phosphorus content in water morning glory leaves help prevent bone loss and strengthen bones.
Boosts immune system
A healthy immune system is essential for a healthy body, and water morning glory helps strengthen your immune system thanks to the abundance of synthesized nutrients in the plant.
Protects cardiovascular system
With its 46 antioxidants, water morning glory helps protect your cardiovascular system.
Prevents cancer
Water morning glory is known for its ability to treat and prevent many types of cancer, including cervical cancer.
Thanks to its anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, hormone-balancing properties, water morning glory can reduce the risk of ovarian cancer, enhance resistance against diseases.
Delicious when cooked in soup
Prevents anemia
You may not know, but water morning glory leaves contain a considerable amount of iron. Therefore, consuming this vegetable regularly can help improve iron deficiency anemia.
Water morning glory can be used for cooking or as a medicinal herb. Although it is delicious and beneficial to health, you should not eat too much or too often. Also, read the instructions carefully before using this plant. Using water morning glory incorrectly can cause many harmful effects on health, such as diarrhea, paralysis, liver, and kidney damage.
Note:
Do not eat too much water morning glory because it contains many nutrients, high amounts of vitamin C and calcium. Eating too much can lead to excess calcium, vitamin C, and have harmful effects on health.
Avoid eating water morning glory in the evening to ensure a good night’s sleep because water morning glory can cause insomnia.
Pregnant women should not eat water morning glory to ensure the safety of the fetus and the mother.
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