6 bitter foods that are good for women

Pharmacist Do Xuan Hoa, Medical Information Center, Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, said that each type of bitter food brings its own benefits such as contributing to the fight against cancer, heart disease, diabetes, reducing inflammation and oxidative stress. Most of these effects come from many types of polyphenols, which act as antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, and prebiotics (a type of fiber).

Bitter melon Contains substances such as charantin, polypeptide-p and vicine that promote female physiology improvement. Charantin increases insulin sensitivity and regulates blood sugar, polypeptide-p (plant insulin) supports glucose absorption and maintains energy. Vicine helps metabolize glucose and reduce blood sugar. These compounds contribute to hormonal balance, improving female physiological health.

Cacao Contains many flavonoids, improves blood circulation and protects the heart. Flavonoids in cocoa promote stress reduction, improve mood by increasing the production of serotonin and dopamine. From there, they maintain hormonal balance, improve female physiological function.

Mugwort has long been used in traditional medicine to regulate menstruation and reduce menstrual cramps. This helps women maintain better physiological health.

Coffee Contains many antioxidants and caffeine, increases energy levels, improves mood, reduces the risk of depression. They support hormonal stability and physiological function. In addition to effects such as weight loss and memory enhancement, coffee also improves sexual function in women.

Green tea Contains catechins that help reduce the risk of heart disease and promote brain function, which is beneficial for women’s sexual health. Green tea also helps with weight loss and is beneficial for the skin, two important factors in maintaining self-confidence and sexual health.

Dandelion Contains antioxidant beta-carotene, anti-inflammatory polyphenols, protects cells, balances hormones, reduces gynecological inflammation. Dandelion is rich in vitamins A, C, K and minerals such as iron, calcium, potassium, helps improve overall health and enhance the immune system. Extracts from this plant can increase collagen, protect the skin from sun damage, aging, acne.

Pharmacist Hoa recommends that women have regular health check-ups to monitor changes in their bodies, thereby taking appropriate care and nutritional supplements. Women should maintain a positive spirit by participating in social activities, entertainment, and recreation. Regularly exercise, eat scientifically, and have regular sex. Supplement with natural essence Lepidium Meyenii containing amino acids, sterols, alkaloids, glucosinates… to produce hormones, thereby improving health, supporting physiology and beauty.