What are the benefits of eating lotus seeds for the elderly?

　　Lotus seeds are also called lotus seeds, lotus root seeds, etc. Lotus seeds are rich in protein, fat, starch, carbohydrates, alkaloids, flavonoids, vitamin C, potassium, copper, manganese, titanium, calcium, phosphorus, iron and other nutrients needed by the human body.

　　Diet therapy effect

　　Lotus seeds contain a large amount of phosphorus. Phosphorus is a component of teeth and bones, and is also the main component of nuclear proteins and many enzymes. It can help the body metabolize proteins, fats, and sugars and maintain acid-base balance.

　　The potassium contained in lotus seeds ranks first among all animal and plant foods. Potassium plays an important role in maintaining muscle excitability, heartbeat regularity and various metabolisms.

　　The content of iron in lotus seeds is also very rich. Iron is one of the components of hemoglobin, myoglobin, cytochrome, etc., and has therapeutic effects. anemia , the effect of reducing fatigue.

　　Lotus seeds have the effects of nourishing the spleen and stomach, nourishing the heart and calming the nerves, nourishing the kidneys and strengthening astringent, replenishing deficiency, strengthening muscles and bones, and strengthening essence and qi. Dream、Kidney deficiency Rehabilitation nutritious food for patients with spermatorrhea, loss of appetite, etc., is also a Chinese elderly A tonic that strengthens the body, prevents disease, resists aging and prolongs life.

　　Lotus seeds and rice cooked together have significant effects on strengthening the spleen and kidneys.

　　Lotus seed heart contains a variety of alkaloids and flavonoids, which can clear away heat and lower blood pressure.