In autumn and winter, the dry climate makes people prone to "internal heat" (上火), with common issues like mouth ulcers and constipation. Drinking lotus root soup is very effective for treating mouth ulcers.
Pork Rib and Lotus Root Soup
According to traditional Chinese medicine experts, lotus root has effects such as clearing heat, promoting the production of body fluids, moistening the lungs, and relieving cough. It is rich in vitamin C and vitamin K, which can promote the healing of ulcerated surfaces; the B vitamins and trace elements it contains can help repair the oral mucosal epithelium. At the same time, the dietary fiber in lotus root also has the effects of moistening the intestines to relieve constipation, nourishing yin to clear heat, and clearing the stomach to reduce fire, which is also helpful in treating mouth ulcers.
Pork Rib and Lotus Root Soup
Method:
Before cooking, soak the lotus root in light salt water. When the pork ribs are about 70% cooked, add the cut lotus root to the soup pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat until the meat is tender and the lotus root is soft. Add salt before serving. After the first serving, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Drink once a day, and the effect will be noticeable after a week of continuous consumption.
Alternatively, you can make a porridge with lotus root. Take lotus root, glutinous rice, honey, and white sugar, and cook them together into a honeyed sweet lotus root porridge. One bowl daily for a consecutive week will show significant results.
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