Say Jujube(Red dates)
Say Jujube(Red dates)
Red Dates Benefits
Qi and Blood Nourishment: Regular consumption of red dates can improve symptoms of anemia. Red dates are rich in calcium and iron, and their blood-nourishing effect is often unparalleled by medications. They are commonly used to treat conditions like aplastic anemia, leukopenia, and post-illness weakness.
Spleen and Stomach Health: Red dates can increase the secretion of mucus in the gastrointestinal tract, correct gastrointestinal damage, and protect the spleen. For individuals with weak spleen and stomach, diarrhea, or fatigue, consuming five to seven red dates daily, or combining them with Codonopsis and White Atractylodes, can strengthen the spleen and stomach, increase appetite, and control diarrhea. Using red dates with ginger and Pinellia ternata can treat symptoms like stomach bloating and vomiting caused by overeating. Red dates are also used to treat chronic atrophic gastritis.
Beauty and Anti-aging: The beauty and anti-aging effects of red dates are noteworthy. Consistent consumption of red dates can provide better results for skin complexion than cosmetics. Red dates nourish Qi and blood, regulating the skin from the inside out, which is the most effective way to achieve skin beauty.
Calming and Sleep Aid: Drinking a soup made from 5 to 7 red dates after dinner and before bedtime can help induce sleep. Adding a small amount of licorice can enhance the calming effect.
Anti-Tumor: Long-term consumption of red dates and red date tea can lower the incidence of gastrointestinal malignancies.
Healthy Recipe
Goji Berry, Red Date, and Egg Soup
Ingredients: 30g goji berries, 30g red dates (pitted), 2 eggs.
Instructions: Wash goji berries and drain, wash and pit the red dates. Place them in a clay pot, add an appropriate amount of water, and bring to a boil. Add eggs and cook until done. Season to taste and consume in two portions.
Effects: Nourishes the liver and kidneys, strengthens the spleen and stomach, moisturizes Yin, nourishes blood, and alleviates agitation. Suitable for individuals with weak spleen and stomach, poor digestion, and chronic hepatitis.
Lotus Seed and Red Date Soup
Ingredients: 50g lotus seeds, 10 red dates (pitted), 2 liang of rock sugar.
Instructions: Soak the lotus seeds in water for 2 hours, soak the red dates for 10 minutes. Place the soaked lotus seeds in a pot with water and simmer over low heat for about 3 hours until soft. Add red dates and rock sugar and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
Effects: Calms the heart, nourishes blood, opens the appetite, and soothes the nerves. Suitable for individuals with palpitations, insomnia, restlessness, and loss of appetite.
