Zhihu, is bird's nest really high in nutritional value?

The nutritional value of bird's nest is relatively high.

1, types and contents of amino acids

Bird's nest contains a variety of amino acids, such as phenylalanine, valine, leucine, tyrosine and arginine. The content of hydrolyzed amino acids in bird's nest is 42.272%, and the content of essential amino acids accounts for 42% of the total amino acids. At the same time, the contents of umami amino acids (aspartic acid and glutamic acid) and aromatic amino acids (tyrosine and phenylalanine) are higher.

2, water-soluble protein

The content is 49.9%. The unique protein component of bird's nest contains a large number of bioactive molecules, which is helpful to the growth, development and recovery of human tissues after illness. It is characterized by being easily absorbed by the human body.

3. carbohydrates

Carbohydrate content is 30.6%, which is the main source of human body heat. It is complementary to protein, so that protein can not only provide heat, but also promote fat metabolism.

4. Trace elements

Calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, potassium, etc. ; Among them, calcium can enhance the coagulation ability of blood at the broken skin and help the human body absorb vitamin B 12.

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Efficacy and function of bird's nest

1, to prevent fine lines

The collagen rich in bird's nest has the functions of increasing skin water storage, moistening skin and maintaining water balance inside and outside skin tissue cells. The benefits of collagen are not mentioned here.

2. Beautiful and beautiful

Bird's nest is rich in protein and contains special substances, which can repair living cells in the body, so long-term use can reduce facial wrinkles, whiten skin and make it smooth and elastic.

3. Moisten throat and lungs

Bird's nest contains swallow saliva, which is flat and sweet. For patients with cough, it can eliminate phlegm, relieve cough and moisten throat. Moreover, bird's nest contains a lot of mucin, glycoprotein, calcium, phosphorus and other natural nutrients, which can nourish the lungs and yin and reduce the pathological changes of exhaust gas.

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