Useful properties of wasabi! How to use wasabi in cosmetology! – smolinina
Useful properties of wasabi! How to use wasabi in cosmetology!

Useful properties of wasabi! How to use wasabi in cosmetology!

Wasabi is a seasoning known as "Japanese horseradish", which is widely used in Eastern countries to add spice to the dish. In fact, it is a dried, ground root of the eponymous plant of the Cabbage family. "Japanese horseradish" is grown in the cold water of mountain rivers, in the garden or on the shore near reservoirs. Cultivation of the plant began in the XX century. Wasabi grown on the shore has a richer taste and is valued more than its "water" counterpart.



Wasabi is an essential ingredient for making sushi, rolls. The seasoning is applied to the rice in a thin layer. "Japanese horseradish" is best served with seafood dishes, fish. Wasabi and tuna are the perfect combination that emphasizes each other's taste. In stores, the seasoning is presented in powdered and pasty forms.



CHEMICAL COMPOSITION



The Japanese horseradish plant has large leaves of a heart-shaped configuration, toothed at the edges, with a long petiole. The stem is creeping, reaching 1.5 centimeters in height.



For the formation of a root crop of a Japanese perennial suitable for food, it takes three years. Wasabi has a sharp specific smell and a subtle burning taste. It is added to pickles, salads, entrees, sushi and sashimi. And also used for disinfection of raw fish.



Composition and caloric content



The richness of wasabi vitamins, trace elements, isothiocyanates and low calorie content make the seasoning very useful to the human body.



Vitamin A is a beautiful skin and good eyesight.

B vitamins strengthen the immune system.

It is important for the body the value of ascorbic acid, niacin, thiamine, folic acid, pyridoxine.

Calcium, potassium, copper, zinc, manganese, magnesium – trace elements necessary for the normal functioning of the body.

An obstacle to diseases in the oral cavity, caries is created by the isothiocyanates available in the spice.

The low caloric content (241 kcal) of the product is provided by a balanced amount of protein, fat and carbohydrates: per 100 g of seasoning – 4.8 g, 0.63 g and 23.54 g, respectively.



Wasabi contains isothiocyanates that prevent the growth of pathogenic bacteria that cause the formation of caries, food poisoning. In addition, these substances are considered antioxidants of natural origin, they restrain the spread of metastases.



Other medicinal properties of wasabi:



neutralizes the effect of toxins;

stimulates the appetite;

increases blood flow;

improves food digestion, blood chemistry;

cleanses the liver, sinuses;

fights the common cold, Staphylococcus, Escherichia coli;

relieves acute symptoms of anaphylactic shock;

increases sexual desire.



Wasabi extract has an instant effect, the speed of absorption into the blood and the manifestation of its healing properties, it is not inferior to aspirin, but has less power.



asthma;

colds;

pathologies of the cardiovascular system;

the prevention of dental caries, acne, thrombosis;

diarrhea.



Wasabi in cosmetology



Prevention of rapid aging, the release of toxins, cleansing the body and skin, stimulation of blood circulation – these are the requests of clients of SPA salons, where the spice from Japanese root vegetables is used.



To relieve the client from cellulite, wasabi, orange extract, rosemary essential oil are mixed for wrapping.



The product is widely used in the production of masks, shampoos, tanning products.