The effects and functions of amaranth root that you don’t know about!

The distribution of amaranth is quite extensive in China, and it can be seen in many areas. It can be said that the whole body of amaranth is a treasure, for example, the flowers and seeds can be used as medicine, and the roots of amaranth can also be used as food. Today, I will briefly introduce the effects and functions of amaranth roots.

Nutritional value

Amaranthus root contains protein, carbohydrates, calcium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin C, etc., especially high in calcium. Every 100g of amaranth root contains about 100 mg of calcium. Red amaranth root also contains potassium, magnesium, sodium, and chloride. Amaranth root has a astringent and antidiarrheal effect.

Medicinal value

Treatment of urethritis:

You can use 50 grams of amaranth root and 50 grams of fresh plantain, decoct in water and take it. It can also be used for cervicitis.

To treat coldness in the genital area:

Take an appropriate amount of Amaranthus root, mash it and drink it.

Treat blood in stool:

Cut and chop the wild amaranth from the root to the part without branches and leaves (about 25 cm long) (about three pounds). Then add about half a pound of amaranth roots and three pounds of water and boil until about one pound of soup is left. Pour it out and drink it.

Treat injuries caused by falls:

Dry the roots of Atractylodes macrocephala, burn them to preserve their properties, grind them into powder, mix with white wine, and apply to the affected area.