Perhaps kidney deficiency is closely related to a man's dignity, as middle-aged men fear it most. In fact, protecting the liver and kidneys is equally important, yet it is often overlooked. Once, a survey showed that among liver cancer patients, nearly half were middle-aged men.
Instead of taking large amounts of various supplements to tonify the kidneys, it is better to pay more attention to nourishing the liver in your daily diet. Nourishing the liver begins with food, and proper dietary therapy can help the liver detoxify and regulate qi. Zhang Zhaolan said that watermelons have recently come to market. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that watermelon has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, relieving vexation and quenching thirst, promoting urination and lowering blood pressure, making it the top recommended natural "medicine" for liver nourishment. Because watermelon is full of water, many people think eating it is the same as drinking water. However, the sugar content in one serving of watermelon is equivalent to two servings of apples or pears. If you eat watermelon, the amount of other fruits should be reduced accordingly. In addition, tomatoes, lemons, plums, and others are also excellent fruits for liver protection.
Drinking tea to nourish the liver is also a very good method. Chrysanthemum, green tea, honey, goji berries, and others can all be used to make tea for liver nourishment. Many people know that goji berries can nourish the liver and kidneys, and also improve vision. They can also help with fat metabolism and can be steeped in tea, soaked in wine, added to soups, or cooked into congee.
In addition, nuts like walnuts and pistachios, when eaten regularly, can help soothe the liver and regulate qi, as well as alleviate anxiety. Soybeans and soy products are rich in protein, calcium, iron, phosphorus, B vitamins, and a small amount of fat, which are very beneficial for liver repair. For those with insufficient liver qi, who may have symptoms such as a sallow complexion, poor sleep, and often feeling timid, eating animal liver once a week can help "nourish the liver with liver."