Lily
Lily is rich in protein, fat, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and vitamins, making it a nutritious food suitable for all ages. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, lily is used as a tonic for hemostasis, activating blood circulation, clearing and moistening the lungs, nourishing yin and clearing heat, and regulating the spleen and strengthening the stomach. Modern research has shown that lily has significant cough-suppressing, anti-asthmatic, and hemostatic effects, and can enhance the body's immune function. Wash the lily, cook it until done, add rock sugar, and let it cool before eating. This can clear heat and moisten the lungs, as well as nourish and benefit the middle jiao. Jujube
Jujube has a sweet and mild nature, and it affects the spleen and stomach meridians. It has the effect of replenishing qi and blood, making it an excellent food for strengthening the spleen and qi. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, jujube is commonly used to treat symptoms such as weakness of the spleen and stomach, deficiency of qi and blood, and insomnia. Pharmacological research has found that jujube has effects such as protecting the liver and lowering blood lipids. Experts remind that jujube has a tendency to generate damp-heat, so it should not be consumed in large amounts. Especially for those with internal damp-heat, excessive consumption may lead to adverse reactions such as chills, fever, thirst, and bloating.
Sweet Potato
Sweet potato is rich in essential nutrients for the human body such as starch, vitamins, and dietary fiber. It is also rich in mineral elements such as magnesium, phosphorus, and calcium, and linoleic acid. These substances can maintain the elasticity of blood vessels and are very effective in preventing and treating habitual constipation in the elderly. In addition, sweet potato is an ideal weight-loss food because its rich dietary fiber and pectin have the function of preventing sugar from being converted into fat.
Goji Berry
Goji berry has therapeutic effects such as relieving heat, stopping coughs, and resolving phlegm. When the root of the goji berry is decocted and consumed, it can lower blood pressure. As for goji berry tea, it is said to be effective in treating a cold constitution, liver and kidney diseases, tuberculosis, constipation, insomnia, low blood pressure, anemia, various eye diseases, hair loss, and stomatitis. However, because the effect of goji berry in warming the body is quite strong, people with high blood pressure or a very irritable temperament should avoid consuming it. On the contrary, those who have a weak constitution, catch colds often, and have poor resistance are best advised to consume it daily.