Celtuces 青笋 （qīng sǔn）
Classification: Poaceae
Calories: 23kcal/100g
Nutritional Value: Diuretic、Relieving indigestion and reducing bloating
Not Suitable for: Nephritis、Cirrhosis、Gastric ulcer、Gastric bleeding、Individuals with enteritis、Urinary tract stones
Introduction: Celtuces are the young sprouts of various bamboo species in the Poaceae family.The edible part is the shoot after removing the outer layers.Celtuces have nutritional value as they contain protein, fat, carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, iron, as well as nutrients such as carotene, vitamin B, and vitamin C.They contain high-quality protein, including essential amino acids for the human body like lysine, tryptophan, threonine, phenylalanine, glutamic acid, and histidine.Celtuces are also low in sugar, low in fat, and high in fiber.They contain various vitamins, especially a rich amount of vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant and boosts the immune system.Celtuces grow from bamboo nodes, and when buying them, it is important to consider the distance between nodes.The closer the nodes, the more tender the flesh will be.