Bamboo shoots or bamboo shoots are a type of vegetable that is quite widely consumed by Indonesians. Apart from the low price, bamboo shoots are also found in various regions in Indonesia.
Spring rolls fans may be familiar with this type of vegetable. Not only does it taste delicious, the health benefits of bamboo shoots are also not small. This benefit is due to the various nutritional content in it.
Bamboo shoots can be processed into a variety of dishes, ranging from stir-fried bamboo shoots, stews, soups, to mixtures in lodeh vegetables. Bamboo shoots are also often used as the main ingredient in spring rolls.
Various Nutrients Contained in Bamboo Shoots
Bamboo shoots also contain vitamin A, vitamin B complex, vitamin E, and various minerals, such as magnesium, selenium, manganese, and iron. Not only the various nutrients above, bamboo shoots are also rich in antioxidants, such as polyphenols and flavonoids.
Various Benefits of Bamboo Shoots for Health
Bamboo shoots are a type of vegetable with high nutritional value. Thanks to its nutritional content, there are many health benefits of bamboo shoots, including:
1. Healthy and smooth digestion
Bamboo shoots are a good source of fiber. The high fiber content in bamboo shoots is known to be useful for smoothing and maintaining digestive health. Bamboo shoots are also known to have a good prebiotic effect to support the growth of good bacteria in the digestive tract.
2. Lower cholesterol levels
The fiber content in bamboo shoots is not only good for digestion, but also can reduce levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood. The benefits of bamboo shoots are good for preventing cholesterol buildup in the blood vessels (atherosclerosis), thereby reducing the risk of heart disease.
3. Prevent cardiovascular disease
Bamboo shoots contain a lot of fiber, protein, antioxidants, and potassium. Thanks to the content of these various nutrients, bamboo shoots are good for consumption to maintain heart health and prevent cardiovascular diseases, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
4. Maintain ideal body weight
To maintain an ideal body weight, you need to eat foods low in calories and fat. One type of food is bamboo shoots.
Not only good for maintaining an ideal body weight, bamboo shoots are also good for consumption during a diet. This is because bamboo shoots are low in calories and fat, but contain many important nutrients that the body needs, such as protein, vitamins and minerals.
5. Inhibits the growth of cancer cells
Several laboratory studies have shown that bamboo shoot extract can inhibit the growth of cancer cells. This is thought to be due to the high antioxidant content in bamboo shoots.
To maximize the benefits of this bamboo shoot, you are also advised to live a healthy lifestyle, for example by not smoking and consuming excessive alcohol, exercising regularly, getting adequate rest, and reducing stress.
To keep your immune system strong, you are advised to eat nutritious foods, including bamboo shoots. This is because bamboo shoots are rich in protein, antioxidants, and vitamins and minerals that are good for strengthening the body’s resistance.
Recipes from Bamboo Shoots
Even though it contains a myriad of benefits, you still have to pay attention to how to properly process bamboo shoots. Make sure the bamboo shoots to be consumed are fully cooked. This is because raw bamboo shoots contain toxins that can harm the body.
Before cooking, bamboo shoots should be chopped and boiled in water mixed with salt for about 20 minutes. After that, you can cook it according to taste, for example, bamboo shoot lodeh.
