1. Lotus root is warm in nature and has the function of constricting blood vessels. Eating more can nourish the lungs and blood, and nourish the spleen and stomach.

2. Best way to eat: Seven-hole lotus root has high starch content, low water content, glutinous but not crispy, and is suitable for making soup; nine-hole lotus root has high water content, is crisp, tender, and juicy, and can be eaten cold or plain. Stir-fried is most suitable.

3. Best match: black and white fungus. Paired with white fungus, it can nourish lung yin, and paired with black fungus, it can nourish kidney yin.

4. Other combinations of lotus root are also very good. The following ones are highly recommended.

5. Lotus root-pork Judging from the medicinal properties of food, lotus root has a sweet and cold taste. It has the effects of strengthening the spleen, appetizing, benefiting blood, promoting muscle growth, and stopping diarrhea. It can nourish yin, moisturize dryness, and nourish the blood. Pork, which is good for replenishing qi, can be used in combination with meat and vegetables. It can provide rich nutrients to the human body and has the effects of nourishing yin and blood and strengthening the spleen and stomach. It is suitable for treating physical fatigue, weakness, emaciation, dry cough, thirst and other symptoms. If consumed by healthy people, it can replenish the body, nourish the mind, and replenish qi and strength.

6. Lotus root-eel The best way to replenish essence is eel. The mucus contained in eel is mainly composed of mucin and polysaccharides, which can promote protein absorption and synthesis, and can also enhance human metabolism and reproductive organ function. The mucus contained in lotus root is mainly composed of mucin, and also contains lecithin, vitamin C, vitamin Bl2, etc., which can reduce cholesterol levels and prevent arteriosclerosis. Eating the two together has significant effects on nourishing the body. In addition, lotus root contains a large amount of dietary fiber and is an alkaline food, while eel is an acidic food. Eating both together can help maintain the acid-base balance of the human body and is a good dietary therapy for strengthening the kidneys and strengthening yang.

7. Regulate qi and blood: lotus root and rose. Add rose buds directly to boiling water, about 5 pieces at a time, soak for about 10 minutes and then drink. Roses belong to the liver meridian, and women’s breasts and genitals are all parts of the liver meridian, so rose water can help the body regulate qi and blood.

8. Lotus root is rich in vitamin C, as well as polyphenolic compounds and peroxidase, which can clean the garbage in the body. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that raw lotus root can cool blood and promote fluid production, while cooked lotus root can nourish the spleen and blood. The best way to eat lotus root is to boil it or use it to make porridge, both of which can promote qi and ventilation.

9. The same source of kidney nourishment: walnuts with leeks. Leeks are rich in nutrients and contain protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals and sulfides. They are not only delicious, but also a good medicine for treating diseases. Pair with walnuts: walnut kernels can nourish the kidneys and essence, strengthen muscles and bones, and the meat can nourish and nourish the skin. It can astringe astringency, so it is most suitable for people with kidney deficiency and spermatorrhea.

12. Therefore, stir-fried leeks with nuts are delicious and easy to make. First, peel out the walnut kernels, clean the leeks, and dry them for later use. Generally, choose leeks with purple roots for a richer flavor. Put a little oil in the pot, wait until the oil temperature reaches 60%, slide in the walnut kernels, cook over low heat until yellow, cut the leeks into sections, and stir-fry for a few times. Yes, add a little salt and chicken essence before serving.