Those who understand health preservation know that in winter, the focus should be on nourishing the body. If you can nourish yourself well in the appropriate season, not only will you have a good winter, but you will also feel comfortable in the future. For the winter of 2018, goji berries are the perfect choice.
[Method for Brewing Goji Berry Water]
Many people are not sure about how many goji berries to use and how much water to add when brewing goji berry water. Even some health enthusiasts are not aware of this. You may say that the amount can be based on personal preference, as it doesn't make much difference anyway!
However, generally speaking, if you want to achieve the best effect, you need to be more precise about the "quantity." About ten goji berries, approximately 20-25 grams, should be enough when brewing goji berry water. It is best not to exceed 25 grams. The goji berries can be steeped multiple times.
1. Generally, goji berries on the market come in two types: washable and non-washable. However, I recommend using the washable ones as if they were non-washable. After all, it's what you're putting into your body, right? We shouldn't be careless.
2. Rinse the goji berries with cold water twice to remove any surface dust.
3. Then, put the rinsed goji berries in a cup and pour boiling water over them.
4. Next, transfer the goji berries that have been scalded with boiling water into the cup.
5. Pour in hot water to steep.
6. Let the water cool naturally before drinking.
Also, many people throw away the goji berries after drinking the water because they don't taste very good. Sometimes they are unpleasantly grainy. However, it is still best to consume the goji berries as not all of their benefits may be extracted when brewing goji berry water.
[Benefits of Drinking Goji Berry Water]
1. Preventing and fighting cancer
Goji berries have a significant inhibitory effect on the formation and spread of cancer cells. Contemporary experiments and clinical applications have shown that drinking goji leaf tea can significantly improve and enhance the immune function and physiological function of the elderly, the weak, and those with multiple diseases and tumors. The trace element germanium in goji berry slices can significantly inhibit cancer cells, causing them to rupture completely. This can reduce the toxic side effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients, prevent leukopenia, and regulate immune function.
2. Anti-fatigue
Goji berries can significantly increase muscle glycogen and liver glycogen storage, improve vitality, and have an anti-fatigue effect.
3. Lowering blood lipids and treating high blood pressure
Consuming goji berries can significantly reduce the levels of serum cholesterol and triglycerides, alleviate and prevent arteriosclerosis, and treat high blood pressure. They are excellent health products for coronary heart disease patients.
4. Protecting and improving eyesight
Goji berries are particularly good for improving eyesight, which is why they are also known as "bright eye berries." Goji berries have been commonly used by medical experts throughout history to treat blurry vision and night blindness caused by liver blood deficiency and kidney yin deficiency. A famous prescription called Siju Dihuang Wan uses goji berries as the main ingredient. In folk medicine, goji berries are often used to treat chronic eye diseases. Steamed goji berry eggs are a simple and effective dietary therapy.
5. Effectively delaying aging
Goji berries are a good medicine for strengthening the body, nourishing essence, nourishing yin, supplementing the kidneys, invigorating qi, calming the mind, and delaying aging. They have been considered a top-notch tonic since ancient times. Goji berries can effectively enhance the functions of various organs, improve brain function, and counteract free radicals, showing significant anti-aging effects.
6. Strengthening the body, enhancing male sexual function, and treating male infertility
Goji berries are excellent tonics for treating kidney deficiency and liver and kidney diseases. They can significantly increase the plasma testosterone level in the body, thus enhancing the body's strength and sexual function. They have significant effects on treating sexual function decline. Goji berries can also increase the number and activity of sperm, making them effective in treating male infertility.
[What does the "Thermos Cup" Inside Joke Mean]
This term originated from a Weibo post that was complaining about Zhao Mingyi, the drummer of the rock band Black Panther. The specific content was as follows: A middle-aged bald photographer friend who used to play rock music went to take photos for the Black Panther band. When he came back, he was very emotional and said, "Unimaginable! Unimaginable! The tough men of the past now come to me with a thermos cup!" The former rock youth has now embarked on the path of health preservation, making the "thermos cup" joke a symbol of middle-aged crisis. As one reaches middle age, a thermos cup is all that remains, and goji berries can't stop the passage of time.
Health preservation is not only something that middle-aged and elderly people should pay attention to; young people should also have health awareness. Don't let the only thing left for you in middle age be a thermos cup.
