To have a good complexion and a healthy body, women need to have sufficient Qi and blood. However, many factors can affect the Qi and blood, such as menstruation, illness, and environment. Poor Qi and blood can lead to rough skin, dull complexion, and weak immune system, so replenishing Qi and blood is a lifelong matter for women and should not be taken lightly.
Vegetables to replenish Qi and blood in summer
【Lotus Root】
Lotus root can promote Qi circulation, strengthen the spleen and stomach, nourish the heart and calm the mind. It is also a good food for smooth Qi flow. Cooking lotus root with clear water or making lotus root porridge has the best effect.
【Spinach】
This is the most common vegetable and is also well-known as a blood replenishing food. Spinach contains rich iron and carotene, so it can be regarded as an important food for blood replenishment.
【Black Moss】
Black moss is black in color, indicating a high iron content. Cooking soup or dishes with black moss can replenish blood.
【Enokitake】
Enokitake has the highest iron content, 20 times higher than spinach. Enokitake also contains rich nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin C, protein, fat, and colchicine.
【Radish】
Radish can promote Qi flow, strengthen the stomach, clear heat, and eliminate phlegm. Green radish has the best effect, followed by red-skinned white radish. Women with stomach cold can stew radish soup with pork ribs or beef. Carrots have high levels of B vitamins, vitamin C, and a special nutrient called carotene, which is extremely beneficial for blood replenishment. Cooking soup with carrots is a great way to replenish blood.
Summer weather is hot, so when replenishing Qi and blood, it is best to cook the ingredients into soup or porridge. This can not only relieve heat, but also maintain sufficient Qi and blood in summer.
