Spring is prone to causing constipation. This is because during the cold season, the body's pores are closed, and the body's Yang energy is stored internally. Coupled with the habit of nourishing the body in winter, the diet is often rich in barbecue and hot pot, leading to an accumulation of heat in the intestines and stomach. In spring, as Yang energy moves outward, this accumulated heat flows down to the rectum and anus, easily causing constipation. If one strains excessively during bowel movements, it can lead to hemorrhoids with bleeding, swelling, and severe pain. Hence the saying, "Money can't buy a spring bowel movement," which means it's best to keep the bowels slightly loose in spring. Eating pig's blood and spinach soup regularly can help relieve spring constipation.
Pig's blood is salty and neutral in nature, and it has the effect of softening dry stools in the large intestine, making them easier to pass. Spinach nourishes the blood, stops bleeding, clears heat, and moistens dryness. The combination of pig's blood and spinach both supplements and promotes bowel movement, making it especially suitable for constipation in the weak and the elderly. Therefore, pig's blood and spinach soup has the effects of moistening the intestines to relieve constipation, clearing heat, moistening dryness, and stopping bleeding.
The method for making pig's blood and spinach soup is: Use 500 grams of pig's blood, cut into cubes (or slices); 500 grams of fresh spinach, washed and cut into sections. Add an appropriate amount of water to cook into a soup, season, and consume. It can also be served as a side dish. For those with constipation, consume it daily or every other day for 2-3 consecutive times to find relief.