Cold Dew also has its own seasonal fruits and vegetables, so what should one eat for health preservation during the Cold Dew solar term?
Pomegranate Juice for Antioxidation
Israeli research has confirmed that drinking 100ml of pomegranate juice daily for two consecutive weeks can slow down the oxidation process by 40% and reduce deposited oxidized cholesterol. Even after stopping consumption, this remarkable effect can last for a month. Pomegranate juice is also a more effective antioxidant juice than red wine, tomato juice, or vitamin E, and is one of the important substances for eliminating cardiovascular toxins. The polyphenol content in pomegranate juice is much higher than that in green tea, making it a "superstar" for anti-aging and cancer prevention.
Eating Mulberries to Prevent Constipation
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, mulberries are sweet and sour in taste, and cold in nature. They are believed to tonify the liver and kidneys, nourish the blood and promote the production of body fluids, moisten the intestines to relieve constipation. Modern research also suggests that mulberries can help regulate the body's immune function, promote the growth of blood-forming cells, lower blood lipids, and protect the liver. For those with habitual constipation, a suitable amount of fresh mulberries can be taken, washed and juiced, with 15ml consumed each time.
Pak Choi for Detoxification
The minerals found in pak Choi can promote bone development, accelerate the body's metabolism, enhance the body's hematopoietic function, clear the intestines, promote urination, accelerate detoxification, and benefit bone health. According to measurements, pak Choi is the vegetable richest in minerals and vitamins. The calcium content in pak Choi is twice that of Chinese cabbage, the vitamin C content is more than three times that of Chinese cabbage, and the carotene content is 74 times that of Chinese cabbage. The sugar and carbohydrate content in pak Choi is slightly lower than that of Chinese cabbage.
Eating Cauliflower to Strengthen the Spleen and Stomach
Cauliflower is neutral and sweet in nature, and is believed to strengthen the spleen and nourish the stomach, clear the lungs and moisten the throat, and clear heat and detoxify. It is particularly suitable for those with a weak spleen and a hot stomach, as well as bad breath and thirst caused by autumn dryness. The various vitamins, dietary fiber, carotene, and trace element selenium in cauliflower are beneficial for cancer prevention and treatment. Among them, broccoli contains even more vitamin C, and combined with its protein and carotene, it can enhance cellular immune function. Foreign research has also found that cauliflower contains various indole derivatives, which can lower estrogen levels and help prevent breast cancer.