Why are green beans so delicious and nutritious? The relationship between the natural environment and water in Tarumizu, Kagoshima
Why Green Beans Are Delicious and Nutritious
Green beans are a popular vegetable in Japanese cuisine.
They are characterized by their vibrant green color and crisp texture, and are used in various dishes.
In addition, green beans contain:
・Dietary fiber
・Vitamins
・Minerals
and are known as
👉 a vegetable that supports a healthy diet.
Factors Determining Vegetable Deliciousness
The quality of vegetables varies greatly depending on:
・Soil
・Climate
・Water
・Growing environment
Among these, what's important is
👉 the balance of water and the natural environment.
Tarumizu, Kagoshima: A Special Environment
Tarumizu City, Kagoshima Prefecture, is a region characterized by:
・Geological formations from Sakurajima's volcanic activity
・Abundant groundwater
・A warm climate
This environment provides
👉 the conditions for enhancing vegetable quality.
Why Water Changes Vegetable Taste
Plants grow with water.
In an environment with good water quality:
・There is less stress
・Nutrient absorption is smooth
・Growth is uniform
👉 As a result,
👉 the texture, sweetness, and flavor improve.
In other words,
👉 Good Water → Good Vegetables → Deliciousness
Characteristics of Japanese Water
Japanese water is mainly soft water.
・Soft
・No strong taste
・Enhances the natural flavor of ingredients
👉 This supports Japanese food culture.
👉 For more details:
"What is the difference between soft and hard water?"
The Relationship Between Food, Water, and People
Just like green beans,
👉 ingredients grown with good water have a natural deliciousness.
The same applies to people.
・Easy-to-drink water
・Water that is easily absorbed by the body
・Water that is easy to continue drinking
👉 Greatly affects the quality of daily life.
Features of Onsensui 99
Onsensui 99 is:
・Groundwater from Tarumizu, Kagoshima
・Collected from about 750m underground
・Ultra-soft water with a hardness of 1.7
👉 Water born from the natural environment.
Changing Water Changes Life
Water is a daily habit.
・Ease of drinking
・Ease of continuation
・Life satisfaction
👉 All are affected.
👉 For more on water habits:
"Why water habits change your life"
Summary
・Green beans are a nutritious vegetable
・Deliciousness is determined by nature and water
・Tarumizu is a region with a special environment
・Water affects food and health
👉 Reconsidering water is the first step to improving daily life.
