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Sichuan peppercorns are an indispensable condiment in the kitchen. They can enhance the freshness and flavor of food and add to the delicious taste. At the same time, Sichuan pepper can also increase the elements needed by the human body, and has the effects of stimulating appetite and resisting cold. Sichuan pepper leaves are where the veins of the pepper are located. After removing the pepper, the remaining pepper leaves also have extremely high nutritional value and are beneficial to the human body. Next, let us learn about the nutritional value and side effects of Sichuan pepper leaves.

Nutritional value of pepper leaves

The protein content in each kilogram of dried pepper leaves is 87.3g, carbohydrates are 21.1g, cellulose is 15.8g, fat is 8.41g, carotene is 179.6mg, vitamin B is 11.23mg, and vitamin D is 34.67μg.

The mineral content in Sichuan pepper leaves is also high. Each kilogram of dry Sichuan pepper sprouts contains 933 mg of calcium, 73 mg of iron, and 1700 mg of phosphorus.

The efficacy and function of pepper leaves

1. To treat dysmenorrhea caused by cold: add 9-12 grams of pepper, 18-24 grams of ginger, and 10-20 dates into 300 ml of water and boil them. Take one dose a day, warm and drink twice a day, morning and evening.

2. To treat sore waist and weak legs in the elderly after illness: Mix 50 grams of Sichuan pepper and 20 grams of fennel, stir-fry in a pan, then grind into powder. Take twice a day, 3 grams each time, with warm water.

3. To treat ascariasis intestinal obstruction: Use 100-200 grams of sesame oil, put it in a pot and boil it, add 15-20 grams of Sichuan peppercorns, remove and discard when it is slightly charred, and take it all at once when the Sichuan peppercorn oil is slightly warm.

4. Treatment of biliary ascariasis: stir-fry 30 grams of pepper and 9 grams of black plum over low heat, 2 to 3 times a day; or grind 9 to 12 grams of pepper into fine powder, add 1 to 2 eggs, stir-fry with vegetable oil and take 2 to 3 times a day.

5. To treat corns: Take 3-5 peppercorns, a head of garlic, and a 10-cm-long piece of scallion, mash them into a paste, apply it on toilet paper, apply to the affected area, fix with adhesive tape, and remove it after 24 hours. Generally, it will heal after 1-2 uses.

Side effects of eating dried pepper leaves

Sichuan pepper is a spicy condiment, so it is recommended not to eat it as it can easily cause internal heat and qi stagnation.

People who should not eat dried pepper leaves

There are no special food taboos.

Although food can bring health to the body, we must also make correct combinations and adjustments. After understanding who is not suitable for eating dried pepper leaves, we can also better improve our physical condition and achieve greater health.