Red dates are a very common nourishing food for us. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, red dates have excellent therapeutic effects for women, as they can replenish qi and blood, and also have certain beauty-enhancing effects. When eating red dates, be sure not to discard the skin, as the vitamin content in the skin is very rich, far exceeding that of the sugary flesh. However, the skin of red dates is tough and contains insoluble coarse fiber, which is very difficult to digest. When eating them, be sure to chew thoroughly and don't "wolf them down," otherwise it will increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract.
1. Red Date Boiled Eggs – To Nourish Blood and Beautify
Boil red dates with longan in brown sugar water. When the dates and longan become soft, crack an egg into the pot and continue to simmer over low heat until the egg is cooked. This can be consumed. Red dates, longan, and brown sugar all have the effect of nourishing the blood. Boiling eggs in this water is both nourishing and beautifying.
2. Red Dates Soaked in Water – To Nourish the Liver and Detoxify
Drinking water soaked with red dates can nourish the liver and aid in detoxification. It should be noted that it is best to break the red dates in half before steeping them. In addition, fresh red dates are not suitable for steeping or boiling, as fresh dates are extremely high in Vitamin C, which can be destroyed by hot water.
3. Red Date Tea – To Replenish Qi and Protect the Throat
Steeping blackened red dates in tea can treat stomach cold and stomach pain. If longan is added, it becomes a tea to replenish blood and qi, suitable for people who use their voices frequently, such as teachers and sales clerks.
4. Red Date Soup – To Relieve Coughs and Moisturize the Lungs
The "Bixiao Fang" (Effective Formulas) written by Meng Shen of the Tang Dynasty records: "Drinking soup made with red dates, tremella, rock sugar can relieve coughs and moisturize the lungs." The specific method is: Take about half a piece of tremella, 10 red dates, and 30 grams of rock sugar; the amount can be adjusted according to personal taste. Soak the tremella in water to rehydrate, remove the stems, tear it into small pieces, and place it in a pot with the red dates and rock sugar. Add 2 bowls of water, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for half an hour before turning off the heat.
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5. Red Date Congee – To Calm the Mind and Aid Sleep
For those with symptoms of agitation, anxiety, and an unsettled mind, an appropriate amount of lily, lotus seeds, red dates, and millet can be cooked together into congee. This has a calming and sleep-aiding effect.
6. Steamed Red Dates with Black Fungus – To Beautify and Remove Freckles
Steamed red dates with black fungus have the effect of beautifying the skin and removing freckles. The specific method is: Take 10 red dates, 15 grams of black fungus, and an appropriate amount of rock sugar. Soak the red dates in water for about 2 hours; soak the black fungus to rehydrate. Place them together in a bowl, add an appropriate amount of water and rock sugar, and steam in a steamer for about 1 hour before eating.
7. Red Dates Soaked in Wine – To Keep Blood Vessels Clear
Drinking wine soaked with red dates has a certain effect on keeping blood vessels clear.
8. Red Date and Ginger Drink – To Nourish the Stomach and Calm the Mind
The red date and ginger drink is quite effective for nourishing the stomach. Grange licorice, clove, and agarwood into a fine powder, add a little salt, and each time take 15-25 grams to decoct or steep with red dates and ginger. Drink it several times a day as a tea substitute. It has the effects of nourishing blood, strengthening the stomach, and calming the mind.
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