Have you ever heard of Red Shiso Leaves? This beautiful leaf, often referred to as beefsteak-plant due to its steak-like reddish-purple color steak is actually very popular in Japan! Not only because of its bright red color and fresh taste, but Red Shiso Leaves also have numerous health benefits!
Red Shiso is known to contain a very high level of antioxidants, rich in Vitamin A, a good amount of fiber, and low on calories. Because of its contents, the herb is proven to be effective in preventing weight gain, lowering the risk of liver disease and cancer, relieving respiration, also preventing allergies. Therefore, Red Shiso is widely used for food ingredient and coloring, also for medicinal purposes.
In Japan, Red Shiso Leaves are commonly used as an ingredient in furikake, a seasoning sprinkled on rice or mixed into onigiri. Additionally, in culinary uses, Red Shiso Leaves are combined with umezu to make various types of sushi or used as a colorant for umeboshi and pickled ginger. In China, people even consume it as a vegetable. During summer, this leaf is often turned into a sweet juice because of its bright red color and fresh, mint-like flavor.
Not just for food and medicine, this herb can also be used as an effective antibacterial. Its ceramide content can also work as a natural skin moisturizer. Not only that, its rosmarinic acid content also made this herb good in preventing allergy and inflammation.
Interested in experiencing the amazing benefits of Red Shiso Leaves? It’s now easy to find these leaves as they are widely available online, from seeds to fresh leaves. If you want to experience its benefits on your skin, especially during the pandemic when we need antibacterial protection, you can try ZEN Antibacterial Body Wash. This body wash is free from harmful chemicals like SLS and parabens and uses Japanese Red Shiso Leaves as a natural antibacterial agent, making it safe for sensitive skin. To maximize the benefits of Red Shiso Leaves, ZEN combines it with sandalwood, sea salt, and sulphur, each known for its great skin care properties and trusted for effective skin treatment.
