【Diet for Health】004--13 Black Foods That Strengthen the Kidneys and Prolong Life

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This post was last edited by Qing_Xue on 2016-10-31 at 13:10. 【Diet for Health】13 black foods that help strengthen the kidneys and prolong life. Green vegetables have always been regarded as the healthiest foods, but in fact, fruits, vegetables, and grains with darker colors are equally rich in nutrients. The color of such foods comes from anthocyanins and plant pigments, and they may help reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. In fact, “black foods contain more antioxidants than lighter-colored foods due to their high pigment content,” said Dr. Cy Lee, a professor of food chemistry at Cornell University (Ithaca, New York). Traditional Chinese medicine also believes that black colors are associated with the kidneys, and consuming more black-colored foods is beneficial for the body. Remember these 13 types of black foods – they will help strengthen your kidneys and prolong your life! 01 Black rice. Brown rice is beneficial for you, but black rice offers even greater benefits. This is because the bran of black rice contains a high amount of vitamin E, which helps to enhance the function of the immune system and protects cells from damage caused by free radicals. According to a study by the Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, black rice actually contains more anthocyanin antioxidants than blueberries. http://img04.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/8a74fb0a58eaa9cec298df948693c68d 　　02 　　Black Jujubes 　　Black jujubes are warm in nature and sweet in taste. They are rich in proteins, carbohydrates, organic acids, vitamins B and E, as well as trace elements such as phosphorus, calcium, and iron. They also contain various other nutrients, and have the effects of strengthening the kidneys and nourishing the stomach. It is also very helpful for delaying aging, boosting physical vitality, and improving beauty. That is why black dates are known as “nutrient warehouses”; consuming them regularly can help women replenish energy and blood, as well as maintain the health of epithelial cell tissues. It can warm the stomach and intestines, improve eyesight and promote blood circulation, as well as aid in fluid elimination and detoxification; it is an excellent product for nourishing the skin and making hair black and shiny. 　　03 　　Black beans 　　Black beans are rich in amino acids that are beneficial to the human body, as well as unsaturated fatty acids and various trace elements such as calcium and phosphorus. It has effects such as draining pus and toxins, reducing swelling and relieving pain, and it is also beneficial for preventing and treating diseases such as hypertension, high blood lipids, and heart disease. Li Shizhen stated in Compendium of Materia Medica: “Eating black beans for a long time improves one’s complexion, makes it fairer, and prevents aging.” ”Therefore, black beans are highly beneficial for women’s skin health. Moreover, they can help regulate menstruation and also have a role in preventing miscarriages; pregnant women who consume them regularly can enjoy improved health. http://img04.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/a455588fa9663498dffe5e5fc2d53fb9 　　04 　　Black fungus 　　It has the effects of clearing the lungs and boosting energy, promoting blood circulation and benefiting the stomach, as well as moistening the body and strengthening it. The gel of black fungus has strong adsorption capacity and can clean the intestines and stomach. It also contains nucleic acids and lecithin, and has effects on body building, beautification, and delaying aging. Black fungus is a type of soluble dietary fiber that can help replenish blood; patients with high blood lipid levels, myocardial infarction, or cerebral infarction can benefit from consuming it as it aids in thrombolysis and reduces platelet counts. Black fungus is a top-quality edible mushroom; regular consumption has effects such as enriching blood, promoting blood circulation, preventing platelet aggregation, and stopping blood from clotting to form thrombi, which can help prevent coronary heart disease and arteriosclerosis. 　　05 　　Black Sesame 　　Black sesame has various benefits, including making hair dark and shiny, enriching the blood and improving complexion, improving eyesight, nourishing the liver, dispelling wind, moistening the intestines, promoting saliva production, and nourishing hair. Its rich content of unsaturated fatty acids, vitamin E, calcium, and other elements helps to lower cholesterol and prevent high blood pressure. It can also eliminate free radicals in the body, offering significant antioxidant effects. It has certain effects in delaying aging, treating indigestion, and addressing gray hair. http://img03.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/4085bacb1d71fddf25b0346a9ce4c835 　　06 　　Black Grapes 　　Black grapes have excellent health and beauty benefits; they are rich in minerals such as calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and iron, as well as vitamins B and C. They also contain various amino acids necessary for the human body. Regular consumption of black grapes is very beneficial for those suffering from neurasthenia or excessive fatigue. Black raisins are high in sugar and iron, making them an excellent nourishing food. Grape skins contain the antioxidant resveratrol, which is helpful for softening blood vessels and maintaining skin health. So it’s best to eat the skin along with the grapes! http://img01.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/6ff8212ef84e0b3d0bb343cf0f3cfe9a 　　07 　　Blackcurrants 　　Blackcurrants are rich in various nutrients that are highly beneficial for human health. The vitamin C, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, calcium, anthocyanins, and phenolic compounds they contain help to slow down aging and promote detoxification. Studies have shown that blackcurrants can effectively prevent gout, anemia, edema, arthritis, rheumatism, oral and throat diseases, coughs, and more. 　　08 　　Black lentils 　　These lentils are rich in mineral elements: each cup contains about 8 milligrams, and the total amount of minerals required by women per day is 18 milligrams. Lentils are also renowned for their high content of soluble fiber; according to a new study from the University of Illinois, soluble dietary fiber can not only lower cholesterol but also boost immunity. 　　09 　　Blackberries 　　The polyphenols found in blackberries may eliminate cells that can damage the brain, thereby slowing down cognitive decline in the elderly, according to researchers at the Center for Human Nutrition in Aging in Boston. 　　10 　 Black plums 　 Black plums can help produce saliva and quench thirst; they are also effective in treating diarrhea, coughs, and excessive sweating. They are rich in vitamin B2, as well as potassium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, and a large amount of organic acids. Therefore, prunes are truly an excellent anti-aging food; they can also kill pathogenic microorganisms such as molds that invade the gastrointestinal tract, and they help to relieve fatigue, treat bad breath, and hangovers. Furthermore, the malic acid in murberries directs an appropriate amount of water to the large intestine, where it forms feces that are then excreted from the body, thereby relieving symptoms of constipation! http://img01.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/4684bbd002f7873147e0e6044d34f212 　　11 　　Mulberries 　　Mulberries have a sweet and sour taste and are juicy; they are an excellent choice for relieving heat in summer. When made into preserves, they can be used in winter to replenish energy and nourish the blood. Mulberries have a slightly cold nature, so women should avoid eating them during their menstrual period. Mulberries have functions such as enhancing immunity, promoting the growth of blood cells, preventing hardening of arteries and joints in the body, and accelerating metabolism. Eating mulberries regularly can boost the body’s immunity, and it has the effects of slowing down aging, improving appearance, nourishing yin and replenishing blood, as well as softening the intestines and promoting bowel movements. So it is the choice for beauty and fitness among women who love beauty. 　　12 　　Black Kidney Beans 　　The black skin of black kidney beans is rich in bioflavonoids; according to research from Cornell University, these powerful plant nutrients have anti-cancer properties. 　　13 　　Dark Tea 　　Dark tea has effects such as quenching thirst, protecting against radiation, fighting cancer, preventing cancer, helping to relieve hangovers, promoting digestion, aiding in weight loss, slowing down aging, and reducing cholesterol levels. It can enhance the sensitivity of central nervous system activity in the brain, improve thinking abilities, lower blood pressure, and inhibit arteriosclerosis, among other things.