Edamame 毛豆 （ máo dòu ）
Classification: Leguminosae, Phaseoleae, Glycine
Calories: 130kcal/100g
Nutritional Value: Relieve fatigue、Nourish spleen and stomach、Relieve constipation
Not Suitable for: Gout、Diarrhea、Uremia
Introduction: Edamame is a vegetable soybean specifically grown for its tender and edible pods.Edamame is essentially young, fresh soybeans in their pods. It is an annual crop with thick, sturdy stems covered in fine hairs.The pods are flat in shape and also have fine hairs, hence the name “edamame,” which means “hairy bean” in Japanese.When fresh, the pods are vibrant green and charming.Edamame is nutritionally rich and balanced, containing beneficial active compounds.Regular consumption of edamame has a significant effect on maintaining a slender figure, especially for women.It also has preventive and complementary therapeutic effects on conditions such as obesity, high blood lipid levels, atherosclerosis, and coronary heart disease.Edamame is particularly high in potassium content, making it helpful in replenishing potassium lost due to excessive sweating during the summer.This can alleviate fatigue, weakness, and decreased appetite caused by potassium loss.When selecting edamame, look for fresh, bright green pods with wide shapes and white hairs.The beans should be plump and firm, and three-bean pods are considered top quality!