The mung bean has been documented to alleviate high blood sugar, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Mung beans have also been shown to prevent cancer while protecting liver function and regulating the immune system. Chinese medicine has used mung beans to clear away inflammation, reduce acne and rashes.
Detoxifying Mung Bean Soup
Ingredients:
1/2 cup of organic mung beans, washed and drained
1/2 cup of dried lily bulb, washed and drained
Optional: 1/4 cup of quinoa or rice, washed and drained
16 cups of water
Steps:
Add all ingredients into a large stock pot
Bring to a boil
Simmer covered for 1 hour
Serve warm or at room temperature
References:
Hou, D., Yousaf, L., Xue, Y., Hu, J., Wu, J., Hu, X., Feng, N., & Shen, Q. (2019). Mung Bean (Vigna radiataL.): Bioactive Polyphenols, Polysaccharides, Peptides, and Health Benefits.Nutrients,11(6), 1238. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu11061238