Onions are said to have been transmitted to Nagasaki for ornamental purposes in the Edo period, from Iran and Pakistan in Central Asia. Entered the Meiji era and became effective for cholera and was cultivated as a full-fledged food in Sapporo. Hokkaido is the top producer of onions, but Awaji Island in Hyogo is known as a brand and is known for its sweetness.

It seems that this person went to a ramen shop that he was acquainted with just before closing and had all the remaining garlic in the ramen. When you look at the image, you can see the garlic so that you can barely see the pork, and two pieces of butter are added.

Many people are thinking about eating garlic actively to prevent summer heat. It is rich in vitamin B1 that helps relieve fatigue, and garlic-specific substances help keep vitamin B1 absorbed.

What is this garlic-specific substance? Garlic is a lily family plant such as onion (Allium cepa) and leek (Allium tuberosum). Garlic contains amino acids such as cysteine ??(Cysteine, L-Cysteine, ?-Glutamylcysteine) and methionine, a natural compound (Alliin) (Sulfoxide), and an enzyme (Alliinase).


Cysteine ??is not an essential amino acid for humans but methionine is an essential amino acid, both of which are important substances for us. In the human body, cysteine ??can be produced from methionine. Both are considered to be antioxidant substances, and cysteine ??is thought to suppress the production of melanin pigments, and methionine has actions such as lowering blood cholesterol levels.



What is the antibacterial action of garlic?:
By the way, cysteine ??seems to have a smoking cessation effect.

Biogenic Amines made from the carcinogenic substance acetaldehyde (Acetaldehyde), which is a metabolite of alcohol, and amino acids can produce neurotoxins called Harmane and Salisolinol. It acts on the nicotine contained in it, increasing the nicotine dependence of smokers (* 1).

This is one of the reasons why there is a strong relationship between tobacco and alcohol. On the other hand, cysteine ??has a protective action from acetaldehyde, and therefore, it is considered that cysteine ??preparations also have a function of suppressing dependence on nicotine.

However, cysteine ??is changed from the organic compound alliin to the organic sulfur compound allicin (not the allicin amino acid) by the enzyme allinase (* 2). Alliin is also thought to have an antioxidant effect and a function to strengthen the immune system (* 3), but the volatile organic sulfur compound allicin thus created is the source of that garlic odor, It is a substance with a strong bactericidal action.

¡Onion genera such as garlic and onion are eaten by herbivores, and when they are crushed finely and cells are destroyed, allicin is produced by alliin and allinase. The pungent odor of garlic and the tearing allyl sulfide produced when the onion is cut are thought to be due to a protective reaction that makes these plants difficult to eat by herbivores. It is also a reason to be careful not to let them eat.

In other words, garlic does not have allicin, which has a bactericidal action as it is, but allicin can be produced by cleaving or sliding down to make allinase a catalyst. Allicin has anti-oxidant and bactericidal effects, but is thought to be useful for absorption and retention of vitamin B1 contained in garlic, and has an anti-arteriosclerosis function and blood pressure-lowering action that suppresses blood coagulation ( ?Four).


Also, by heating garlic with oil, a substance called Diallyl Disulfide with strong antibacterial action can be produced. Allyl disulfide has been suggested to have anti-cancer activity (* 5), but it also has skin irritation and is an allergen for garlic and allergies.



Garlic is also in ancient Egypt:
As famous for the amulet of the vampire Dracula, the strong bactericidal action of garlic has been known for a long time regardless of the east or west of the ocean.

In ancient Egyptian medical book "Ebers Papyrus" written around 1550 BC, it was written that it was used for treatment of tumors and burns, and it seems that it was used as a preservative for mummy. The use of Egyptian garlic seems to have been introduced from Hippocrates in ancient Greece and Indian medicine, but its pharmacological action is also known as Chinese medaka (Chinese medicine), Japanese Kampo, Korean Kampo, etc. Widely known.

The extract from raw garlic has a strong antibacterial action against microorganisms (food poisoning bacteria and spoilage bacteria) that cause food poisoning such as Gram-positive and negative bacteria. In addition, volatile organic sulfur compounds derived from garlic have been known to have antioxidant effects and to help prevent various diseases such as cardiovascular diseases (* 6).

These actions and functions have the risk of adversely affecting our bodies when considered in reverse. Allicin of garlic has the effect of suppressing and killing microbial gene expression, but if you eat a lot of garlic, the strong antibacterial action reduces the number of symbiotic bacteria in the body and protects the intestinal flora (bacteria) Flora) and bifidobacteria that are useful for digestion and absorption cannot play the role.

It is also known that garlic can irritate the digestive organs, and excessive digestive juices can cause damage to the stomach wall. Because of its blood coagulation-inhibiting effect, eating a large amount of garlic can lower blood pressure and cause anemia, or make it difficult to stop bleeding during bleeding. It is also an allergen as described above, and unpleasant bad breath with a sulfur odor often occurs.

The enzyme allinase that makes allicin is weak against heat and can be reduced by cooking garlic, but it cannot be completely eliminated and the antibacterial action of garlic remains. A quarter of raw garlic (2 to 3 pieces, about 10 grams) is the maximum, and about twice that of heated garlic is an appropriate amount.

Just like the garlic ramen at the beginning, if you eat too much garlic to prevent summer batter, you can damage the inner wall of the digestive organs and reduce important symbiotic fungi . Especially in summer, digestive organs are weak.


Garlic is effective even if you don't eat it in large quantities. Keep in mind that people with weak gastrointestinal babies and infants, as well as garlic in moderate amounts, should be careful not to be transported urgently due to abdominal pain.

Do you know the secret power of broccoli?

Sulforaphane has become famous as an ingredient to prevent cancer, and consumption of cruciferous vegetables including broccoli sprout and broccoli has been increasing recently.

Actually, not only broccoli and sulforaphane, but also a vegetable with a high nutrient density so called "King of vegetables". In addition to cancer, it has become clear that it can be expected to be beneficial for solving business people's health problems such as high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, and activation of brain function.



Benefits of taking broccoli:
Broccoli is a greenish-yellow vegetable with a particularly deep green color, rich in ß-carotene, and works as vitamin A in the body. In addition, vitamin C is about twice as much as lemon and vitamin E is about 6 times that of carrot. .

These vitamins also improve your body's immunity, so it's perfect for the coming season, colds and flu prevention.

Broccoli also contains about 200 types of “Phyto Chemicals” including sulforaphane. Phytochemicals have the effect of detoxifying waste and toxic substances in the body, and the antioxidant effect of removing active oxygen generated from ultraviolet rays. In particular, sulforaphane can respond to minute oxidation at the cellular level and can be expected to return normal functions in the body.

And like many vegetables, broccoli contains plenty of fiber, which can help prevent constipation and obesity.

Broccoli has also been reported to reduce the risk of dementia. One type of vitamin B, folic acid, abundant in broccoli, can be expected to increase human cognitive function.


This ingredient works on the nerve cells of the brain, preventing the decline of memory and thinking ability. It seems that not only dementia, which is common among older people, but also business people who are working hard will benefit from increased work efficiency.


What if you choose a broccoli menu at a convenience store?
When you get busy towards the end of the year, forgetting leads to a lot of work damage. Let's take broccoli well even in the usual convenience store rice to help even a little.

What kind of carrots are good carrots? Here are some tips for choosing delicious and

nutritious carrots.

Carrot season:
Carrots are produced throughout the country and are shipped year-round, changing
production areas. The season when carrots are delicious seems to be from autumn to

winter from October to February.



Carrot type:
The common ginseng that you usually see is 5 inch carrots, and the dark carrots that
are circulated as lucky charms during the New Year are the gold carrots. In recent
years, mini carrots and purple and yellow carrots are also on the market. Kinki ginseng

has a soft and unique flavor, and mini carrots are sweet and can be eaten raw.


How to identify delicious carrots:
Choose dark orange as much as possible, and avoid darkened or cracked carrots. Check if
the leaves are fresh for those with leaves, and if the core is visible, the ones with

small diameter and green are fresh, so please refer to them.



Vitamin A (Carotene)
Carrot, which is a green-yellow vegetable, contains a lot of carotene. Since carotene
is contained in a large amount in the skin, it is preferable to eat it without peeling
as much as possible. In addition, carotene is said to have a high absorption rate in
the body by cooking. It is said that the cooking rate with oil is better than cooking
with boiling oil, so if you want to increase the absorption rate, it is recommended to
eat with fried food or fried food.
potassium
Potassium has the function of discharging excess salt in the body. It is a nutrient
that you want to ingest so that you don't run out of potassium because you can expect
blood circulation to improve through the action of potassium.
Dietary fiber
Dietary fiber is a nutrient that is said to have a role in invigorating the intestines,
and seems to be one of the nutrients that people who don't like vegetables tend to

lack.



Health effects of carrot:
Carrot containing abundant nutrition such as carotene and potassium. So what is the
health benefits that carrots have on the body? *
Maintain skin health (* 1)
Carotene contained in carrots is converted into vitamin A and acts in the body. Vitamin
A is associated with functions that promote growth, maintain skin health, and make eyes
more accustomed to the dark. It also seems to be effective in preventing bacterial
infections such as colds by strengthening the mucous membrane of the nose and throat.
Helps prevent high blood pressure (* 2)
Potassium contained in carrots has a function of regulating excessive intake of salt
because it excretes sodium. It is also said to help prevent high blood pressure.
Eliminate constipation (* 3)
Since ginseng contains dietary fiber, it has the effect of activating bowel activity
and improving bowel movements. In addition, it has the function of adsorbing lipids,
sugars, sodium, etc., and excreting it from the body. It is also said that it has the

effect of preventing and improving the disease.

How to eat carrots:
So how is it wise to eat carrots? Here are some easy and delicious ways to absorb

nutrients efficiently.

Carrot juice:
The easiest way to make carrots raw juice is the easiest. Since important nutrients
such as carotene and vitamin C are contained in the skin, the juice makes it possible
to ingest nutrients efficiently without worrying about the skin. Adding lemon juice or

other fruits can change the taste and increase the nutritional value.

Carrot tempura:
When carotene contained in carrots is taken together with oil, the absorption
increases, so it can be said that carrot tempura is an efficient way to eat. The carrot
leaves contain protein and potassium, so if you have carrots with leaves, it is

recommended to knead them with the leaves.



If you don't like carrots, we recommend that you grate it and add it to another dish
like pancakes. There are many types of this method that can be arranged, and it is good
to knead it into bread or pound cake. Also, when added to curry, it seems to add a
subtle sweetness and add depth.
In addition, it is desirable to store the remaining carrots when cooking in a
refrigerator. Carrots are sensitive to moisture and should be stored in newspaper. If

you want to save the cut, just wrap it and save it.

Spinach is a nutrient-rich vegetable called a comprehensive nutritional vegetable. Even if you are not familiar with vegetables, you know how nutritious they are. This time I would like to review the nutrients contained in spinach in a digest format.


I want to know before eating! Spinach nutrients