Many people don't like to eat fruit in the winter because they find it too cold. In fact, we can occasionally try steaming our fruit. Although this method destroys the vitamin C in the fruit, it allows us to gain different therapeutic benefits and a completely new texture. It's definitely worth a try.
Apple: Steamed apples have a good effect in stopping diarrhea. This is because the pectin in apples is less stable in its raw state. Raw pectin can soften stools and work with dietary fiber to promote bowel movements. However, when cooked, the pectin transforms, not only absorbing bacteria and toxins but also having an astringent and anti-diarrheal effect. To prepare, wash the apple, cut it into small slices with the skin on (the area near the skin is relatively rich in pectin, making it more effective for stopping diarrhea), place the slices in a small bowl, and steam for 5 minutes. It can be eaten after it has cooled slightly.
Pear: Steamed pears have the effect of clearing heat, moistening the lungs, relieving coughs, and reducing phlegm. During the steaming process, you can also add other foods or medicinal ingredients to enhance this effect. The most common combination is ste pear with chuanbei rock sugar and rock sugar. The specific method is: take one large snow pear, cut off the top, remove the core, add 3 grams of chuanbei powder and an appropriate amount of rock sugar, put the top back on, and place it in a bowl to steam for 10 minutes. After turning off the heat, drink the soup that has been produced when the pear is warm, and then eat the pear. Consuming this once daily has a very good effect on relieving coughs. A special reminder is that ste pear with chuanbei rock sugar is not suitable for those with a wind-cold cough (which is often characterized by coughing and clear, white phlegm).P>Jujube: Large jujubes have a great effect in tonifying the middle jiao, replenishing qi, nourishing blood, and calming the mind. Steamed jujubes are easier to digest than raw ones, making them suitable for people with weak spleen and stomach functions. For those with qi and blood deficiency or insufficient liver and kidney function, jujubes can also be steamed with goji berries and eggs. The specific method is: take 5 red jujubes and a small amount of goji berries, wash them and soak them in water until soft, then remove the pits from the jujubes. Take 2 eggs, add an appropriate amount of salt and beat into an egg mixture. Then, add the jujubes, goji berries, and some cool water to the mixture. Steam until the egg mixture sets, then it is ready to eat.
Hawthorn: Hawthorn contains a large amount of organic acids and fruit acids, and eating it raw can irritate the stomach and cause "sensitive teeth." Steamed hawthorn also has therapeutic effects such as strengthening the spleen to whet the appetite, aiding digestion to resolve stagnation, invigorating blood, and transforming phlegm. The specific method is to remove the pits from the hawthorn, place them in a bowl, add rock sugar, and steam for 15 minutes. The resulting steamed hawthorn has a bright color, a sweet and sour taste, and can stimulate the appetite and aid digestion.