As everyone knows, mung bean soup is a great choice for the hot summer season, as it can clear heat, relieve summer heat, lower blood pressure, and reduce cholesterol. But did you know that the way you eat mung beans determines their effects?
If the goal is to relieve summer heat, you only need to drink the clear soup, without eating the beans. The method is to bring cold water to a boil, then cook it over high heat for 5 to 6 minutes. Do not cook for too long.
However, if the goal is to clear heat and detoxify, and to expel toxins from the body, you should drink the mung bean soup that has been cooked until the beans are soft and mushy.
Although mung beans are beneficial, remember that people with a weak or cold constitution should not drink too much of it, otherwise it will aggravate your discomfort.