Emma Miller
The juice of this plant will help to improve the condition of the kidneys and relieve swelling. Sorrel is one of the most useful plants, which contains many vitamins and substances necessary for the body. According to nutritionist Anna Korol, ascorbic acid helps to strengthen the immune system and reduce the level of “bad” cholesterol in the blood.
Just 100 grams of sorrel contains more than 50% of the daily value of vitamin C. In terms of its amount, sorrel is many times higher than even lemon and spinach. Sorrel is also rich in beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A, which is responsible for the condition of the skin and eyes and has pronounced antioxidant properties. In addition, this plant is among the leaders in the content of B vitamins.
They are responsible for fat, protein, and carbohydrate metabolism in the body, and are useful for improving memory and attention, for the normal functioning of the nervous system, and for maintaining the health of the mucous membranes of the mouth and intestines.
“Vitamin K and calcium, also present in sorrel, strengthen the walls of blood vessels and thin the blood. That is why sorrel is often used for bleeding gums. The leaves of the plant are consumed internally or a decoction is prepared to rinse the gums,” says the doctor.
The juice of this plant will help to improve kidney function and relieve swelling. Sorrel will also be useful for people with liver and gallbladder diseases, as its components improve the flow of bile.
The most famous dish from this plant is sorrel soup. It can be consumed both cold and hot. Usually, this soup is prepared without meat, but if desired, it can be cooked with any meat broth.
Yes, oxalic acid can provoke the formation of bladder and kidney stones. This product will also have to be completely excluded from the diet in case of urolithiasis, osteoporosis, peptic ulcer, and gastritis during an exacerbation.
