Insomnia is one of the most common sub-health conditions. It is often distressing and can cause various troubles such as mental fatigue, chest tightness, palpitations, diarrhea, stomach discomfort, dizziness, and headaches. Not only that, but long-term insomnia can gradually develop into a chronic condition, causing significant damage to our health. Next, we will introduce some solutions for you...
1. Millet Porridge with Banxia
【Ingredients】30g Millet, 10g Banxia (processed Pinellia tuber);
【Preparation】First, decoct the Banxia, then strain the dregs and add the millet to cook into a porridge;
【Efficacy】Soothes the stomach and promotes sleep. Suitable for those with insomnia caused by indigestion and stomach discomfort.
2. Sour Jujube Seed and Rice Porridge
【Ingredients】15g Sour Jujube Seed powder, 100g Japonica rice;
【Preparation】First, cook the japonica rice into a porridge. When it's nearly done, add the Sour Jujube Seed powder and cook for a while longer;
【Usage】Consume on an empty stomach;
【Efficacy】Calms the mind and tranquilizes the spirit. Suitable for palpitations, insomnia, dream-disturbed sleep, and vexation of the heart.
3. Millet and Jujube Seed Porridge
【Ingredients】100g Millet, 15g Jujube Seed powder, 30g Honey;
【Preparation】Cook the millet into a porridge. When it's cooked, add the Jujube Seed powder and mix well;
【Usage】Add honey when consuming. Take twice daily;
【Efficacy】Tonifies the spleen, moistens dryness, and calms the mind. Treats poor appetite, restless sleep at night, and dry stools. Millet and Jujube Seed Porridge is one of the most common dietary remedies for insomnia.
4. Poria Cakes
【Ingredients】Equal parts of Poria powder, rice flour, and white sugar;
【Preparation】Mix the three ingredients with a moderate amount of water to form a batter. Spread it thinly in a flat pan over low heat to make very thin pancakes;
【Usage】Can be eaten frequently in any desired amount;
【Efficacy】Strengthens the spleen, supplements the middle energizer, and calms the mind. Suitable for palpitations, shortness of breath, mental fatigue, insomnia, edema, and loose stools caused by qi deficiency and a weak constitution.
5. Stewed Chicken with Wuling Shen
【Ingredients】1 Chicken, 100g Wuling Shen (a type of fungus), appropriate amount of wine, ginger, scallion, salt;
【Preparation】 1. Soak the Wuling Shen in warm water for 4-8 hours, wash, slice, and place it inside the chicken. 2. Put the chicken into a clay pot, add enough water to cover it, add an appropriate amount of wine, ginger, and scallion. Bring to a boil over high heat, then turn to low heat and simmer. After the chicken is cooked, add a little salt and it's ready.
【Usage】Twice daily, eat the chicken and drink the soup.
【Efficacy】Tonifies qi, strengthens the spleen, nourishes the heart, and calms the mind. Suitable for insomnia caused by neurasthenia.