In ancient Greek mythology, the rose embodies both love and beauty. It is not only the incarnation of the goddess of beauty but also flows in the blood of the god of love. It can be said that worldwide, the rose is a universal language for expressing love. What many don't know is that the rose is also a healthy and elegant beverage with a delicate flavor. The rose has many benefits, such as regulating blood and qi, promoting blood circulation, and improving skin complexion. It also helps to relieve fatigue and protects the liver and stomach functions.
Nutritional and Health Benefits of Roses:
1. Vision and Skin Benefits
Roses contain carotene, anthocyanins, and tannic acid, which have the effect of protecting eyesight and beautifying the skin.
2. Digestive Aid
Modern scientific research has found that the volatile oils in roses—such as citronellol, nerol, geraniol, and phenylethanol—have the effect of promoting bile secretion and aiding digestion. This is especially helpful after consuming greasy foods.
Friendly Reminder:
1. It is recommended to use glass teaware when brewing rose tea. This not only allows you to enjoy the lingering fragrance of the rose tea on your lips and teeth but also lets you clearly observe the flowers slowly unfurl in the cup.
2. Rose tea is best enjoyed hot. The fragrance is more intense and refreshing when it's warm.
3. Although rose tea is beneficial, it cannot replace plain water. It can be used as a flavorful alternative, but plain water should still be the primary beverage of the day.
Rose with Rock Candy
50 grams of roses, an appropriate amount of rock candy. Wash and dry the roses, place them in a bowl, add rock candy and a suitable amount of water. Cover the bowl with a dish and steam for 15 minutes. It's ready once done.
Can be eaten directly or brewed as a tea. This treat is sweet and fragrant, it can help regulate qi and alleviate depression, beautify the skin, and is delicious. Give it a try!