Pregnant Vegetables
Vegetables in the gourd family are usually less susceptible to pest attacks, so they do not require the use of many pesticides. They have a thick protective skin that shields the edible part from harmful substances in the environment.
Sweet Potato Greens
Sweet potato greens can be cooked into various delicious dishes such as boiled greens, stir-fried greens with garlic, and they are a nutritious vegetable that is no less valuable than other leafy vegetables.
They contain a white fluid inside that helps repel harmful insects, so they require less use of pesticides.
Lotus Root
Lotus root is grown in water, so it does not require much fertilizer when taken care of. They derive most of their nutrients from the living environment and are rarely attacked by pests and diseases. Lotus root is a source of minerals, vitamin C, and high fiber content, which has a cooling effect on the body and helps with weight loss.
Chrysanthemum Greens
Chrysanthemum greens, also known as tansy, have the ability to repel insects due to their natural fragrance, so they require less use of pesticides. In addition, chrysanthemum greens are rich in nutrients, vitamins, amino acids, and calcium, which have a stress-reducing effect, soothe the nerves, improve the skin, and enhance brain function.
Water Chestnut
Water chestnuts grow in a water environment and have a protective skin layer that does not require the use of any pesticides during the cultivation process. When used, just peel off the outer skin and use the tender flesh inside.
Purslane
Purslane does not require the use of insecticides when grown because it contains insect-repelling substances. The green or purple leaves of purslane are usually eaten raw or cooked. The stems are tender, rich in nutrients, and can be used in various dishes such as boiled, soups, grilled, or stir-fried.
When smelled, purslane has a fragrance similar to the scent of young sticky rice, very fragrant. In China, it is known as “du mạch thái,” which means a type of vegetable that has the fresh fragrance of sticky rice. Purslane is often preferred in the autumn season and is a popular green vegetable.
Bamboo shoots not only contain many nutrients but also provide many health benefits such as diabetes control, improved cardiovascular health, and cancer prevention. With negligible calorie content, regular consumption of bamboo shoots also helps support quick weight loss.
Bamboo Shoots
Especially, bamboo shoots contain a unique enzyme that helps them eliminate pesticides that humans commonly use. This explains why bamboo shoots often contain fewer harmful chemicals and may even be completely free of them.
Bamboo shoots can be diverse in dishes, from stir-fried bamboo shoots with shrimp, smoked meat rolls with bamboo shoots to salads and soups. In addition, during “red lantern days,” bamboo shoots can be used as a mild remedy for menstrual pain.
