Neurasthenia? Try These 10 Foods.

Modern people live a fast-paced life with high stress, so it's quite common to suffer from neurasthenia. Mood, sleep, and diet can all be affected. In fact, neurasthenia is not a serious condition. By paying attention to daily regulation and mastering some simple methods, it can be treated or prevented. Which foods are helpful for neurasthenia? Here are 10 foods recommended for everyone.

1. Jujube

Jujube is warm in nature and sweet in flavor, with the effects of replenishing qi and blood, strengthening the spleen and harmonizing the stomach, and expelling wind. It is ideal for treating allergic purpura, anemia, high blood pressure, and elevated serum transaminase in patients with acute and chronic hepatitis and cirrhosis, as well as for preventing transfusion reactions. Jujube contains triterpenoid compounds and cyclic adenosine monophosphate, which have strong anti-cancer and anti-allergic effects. The fruit in jujube also contains substances that combat fatigue, enhancing a person's endurance.

At the same time, jujube is a food that nourishes qi and blood. It is very beneficial for women to eat a moderate amount of jujube regularly; it can nourish the heart and also calm the spirit. People with neurasthenia can eat some jujube, and it can also help alleviate problems like forgetfulness or mental confusion. There are many ways to eat jujube, such as raw or in congee. Regular consumption of jujube is very good for women's health. Besides alleviating neurasthenia, it can also improve a woman's complexion.

Jujube, Longan, and Goji Berry Tea

2. Walnut

Walnuts are also known as brain food. They are beneficial for the brain, kidneys, and can contribute to a longer life. Walnuts contain some fat oil, unsaturated fatty acids, as well as various vitamins and trace elements. People with neurasthenia can eat a few walnuts daily, and they can also be used in stir-fries or congee. However, you shouldn't eat too many walnuts at once, as the body may not be able to absorb all the nutrients, leading to waste. Moreover, walnuts are rich in unsaturated fatty acids. Regular consumption not only does not raise blood sugar but can also reduce the absorption of cholesterol in the intestines, making them suitable for people with hyperlipidemia, high blood pressure, and coronary heart disease. Walnuts contain a large amount of fat, which can lubricate the intestines, treat constipation, and help underweight people gain weight.

Walnut Cheese Cookies (Fromage Noix)

3. Goji Berry

Goji berries are often used as a medicinal herb and can also be used for cooking in daily life. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that goji berries have a calming effect. Among the foods for neurasthenia, goji berries are an excellent choice. Drinking goji berry water regularly can help alleviate dizziness, blurred vision, palpitations, and insomnia.

Furthermore, goji berries are rich in goji polysaccharides, a water-soluble polysaccharide that is the main active component in goji berries, with a relative molecular weight of 68-200, making it a research hotspot both domestically and internationally. Among its many functions, the immune-regulating and anti-tumor effects of goji polysaccharides have been studied the most. Many studies have now shown that goji polysaccharides have effects such as promoting immunity, anti-aging, anti-tumor, scavenging free radicals, anti-fatigue, anti-radiation, liver protection, and protection and improvement of reproductive function.

Chestnut, Hawthorn, Goji Berry, and Black Rice Paste

4. Donkey-hide Gelatin

Donkey-hide gelatin is neutral in nature, sweet in flavor, and affects the lung, liver, and kidney meridians. It has the functions of nourishing blood, stopping bleeding, and nourishing yin to moisten dryness. Therefore, traditional Chinese medicine often uses donkey-hide gelatin to treat neurasthenia of the heart-spleen deficiency type and yin-deficiency with fire-excess type, which can rapidly improve symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, vexation, insomnia, palpitations, and forgetfulness. For treating neurasthenia, donkey-hide gelatin is generally used in doses of 5-15 grams, melted into a decoction for consumption. It should be used with caution by those with a weak stomach and loose stools. Regular use of donkey-hide gelatin can also enhance heart function. Donkey-hide gelatin is rich in protein and is an animal-derived collagen protein, which is more compatible with the human body and easier to absorb and utilize than herbal medicines. The "Bencao Shiyi" (Supplement to the Compendium of Materia Medica) once mentioned that donkey-hide gelatin can treat internal injury-related back pain, strengthen muscles and tendons, and replenish essence and solidify the kidneys.

Donkey-hide Gelatin and Walnut Cake

5. Banana

Bananas are not only rich in vitamins but also contain a substance that can relax mood and reduce unpleasant feelings. They can also improve the body's immunity and are beneficial for cardiovascular diseases. Both young and old people can eat bananas to relieve stress. Moreover, bananas are rich in potassium and magnesium. Potassium can prevent high blood pressure and muscle cramps, while magnesium has the effect of eliminating fatigue. Therefore, bananas are the fruit of choice for patients with high blood pressure. The pantothenic acid and other components in bananas are the body's "happy hormones," which can reduce psychological stress and relieve depression. Eating a banana before bed also has a calming effect. Dutch scientists believe that banana is the most nutritionally complete fruit that can put a smile on a person's face. It really works—let's be happy!

Banana Milk Steamed Cake