The stamens can be dried and made into a fragrant herbal tea called liánhuā cha in Chinese. Vietnamese lotus tea is called trà sen, chè sen, or chè ướp sen.
The lotus seeds or nuts are quite versatile, and can be eaten raw or dried and popped like popcorn.
They can also be boiled until soft and made into a paste, or boiled with dried longans and rock sugar to make a sweet soup.
Combined with sugar, lotus seed paste becomes one of the most common ingredients used in pastries such as mooncakes, daifuku, and rice flour pudding.
In South Indian states, the lotus stem is sliced, marinated with salt to dry, and the dried slices are fried and used as a side dish.
The health benefits of organic lotus root can be attributed to its unique mix of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients.It is found to be rich in dietary fiber, vitamin C, potassium, thiamine, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, vitamin B6, phosphorus, copper, and manganese, while very low in saturated fat.
Organic Lotus Seed is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium while being a good source of Protein, Thiamine, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Potassium, a very good source of Manganese and also contains small amounts of Zinc and Iron.
Lotus seeds contains L-isoaspartyl methyltransferase, an enzyme with anti-ageing properties. It is known to help in repairing damaged proteins
There is also a flavonoid called kaempferol known for its anti-inflammatory properties and it’s ability to help in repairing aging gum tissue.
The astringent properties of lotus seeds make them beneficial for the kidneys by reducing kidney inflammation and helping to regulate the energy levels of the body.
Ancient Chinese and Ayurvedic texts indicate the stems and leaves of the plant are helpful for stomach aches, ulcers and intestinal cramping, increasing circulation, and improving the condition of the heart (cardiotonic).
It is even known for strengthening the spleen.
Consumption of the white lotus causes mild sedation and mild euphoria and has been reported to have both aphrodisiac and anaphrodisiac effects.
There are many who report feelings of floating and euphoric sensations after ingesting a potion made from the white water lily.
In addition to that the Organic Sacred Lotus protects the liver against damage, reduces the effects of UV radiation, inhibits the growth of several types of cancers, enhances cognition, promotes skin health having anti-aging effects on the skin and even increases wound healing abilities.
In yoga the Lotus pose helps to open the hips, strengthen the back and increase flexibility of the knees, it is also used as a base for meditation, chanting, and pranayama (breathing techniques).
The symbol of the Lotus flower, has been a spiritual symbol in Eastern religion for thousands of years with Buddha and Bodhisattvas are often pictured sitting on lotus flowers.
The scent of this Super Power Flower is as heavenly as is it’s amazing gifts.
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