Nutritional value and efficacy of mashed garlic

Many people have never eaten mud garlic, but they know that it is the most famous local specialty in Yongqiang. Many people think that mud garlic is related to garlic. In fact, there is a huge gap between the two. Mud garlic is a marine organism and belongs to the category of seafood. Its appearance is very similar to earthworms. Usually, Yongqiang people like to make mud garlic into mud garlic jelly or stir-fry it for consumption. But what is the nutritional value of this mud garlic? Why do Yongqiang people like to eat mud garlic?

1. Basic knowledge of mashed garlic

Mud garlic is also called mud eggs or sand sausages. Its scientific name is starworm. It is gray in appearance and about one inch long. It is a kind of game in the sea. It mostly grows in shallow seas or mudflats. It is very common in coastal areas of the south. Before eating, it needs to be repeatedly washed in water. After washing, it can be fried and eaten.

2. Mud garlic contains natural gelatin

The nutritional value of mashed garlic is relatively high. It contains a large amount of natural gum, which can allow toxic substances in the human body to be absorbed by the surface of the gum and excreted from the body with feces, which can play a significant detoxification role. In addition, the gum of mashed garlic can also nourish the skin, reduce the formation of wrinkles and increase skin elasticity.

3. Mud garlic contains calcium carbonate

Mud garlic contains many trace elements that are beneficial to the human body, among which the content of calcium carbonate is relatively high. This substance is not only astringent but also can reduce acid and relieve pain. It has a significant alleviating effect on gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers that are highly prevalent in humans. In addition, it can also repair damaged gastric mucosa and has a certain preventive effect on gastritis and stomach pain.

4. Mashed garlic contains taurine

Mashed garlic is also rich in taurine and natural glycogen. After being absorbed by the human body, these substances can protect the liver and promote bile secretion, reduce the accumulation of toxins in the liver and gallbladder, and improve liver and gallbladder function. The glycogen it contains can also promote fetal development and prevent fetal malformations. It is one of the most nutritious ingredients for pregnant women.