Goose Blood: A Traditional Chinese Medicinal Herb with Detoxifying and Blood Circulation Benefits

January 2, 2024

Goose Blood, a traditional Chinese medicinal herb, also known as Jiayanxue, is the blood of domesticated geese. It is mainly produced in the eastern and southern regions of China. Goose Blood has the functions of detoxification, promoting blood circulation, and resolving stasis. It is commonly used for symptoms such as hiccups, indigestion, and drug poisoning.

  

 

  [Usage and Dosage of Goose Blood]

  Oral administration: Dissolve in boiling water and drink.

  [Nutritional Value of Goose Blood]

  Goose Blood has a bright red color and a slightly fishy taste, which may be off-putting to some. However, in reality, Goose Blood has very high nutritional value and offers significant benefits to human health.

  According to the book "Ben Cao Qiu Yuan," Goose Blood is "neutral in nature and salty in taste" and has the effects of relieving hiccups and detoxification. In other words, for those who have poor digestive system function and often feel bloated or have food retention, Goose Blood can promote digestion. It can also cleanse accumulated toxins in the body and have a detoxifying effect.

  In addition, modern medical research has confirmed that Goose Blood is rich in active substances such as immunoglobulins and anti-cancer factors. Therefore, it can improve the symptoms of malignant tumors and enhance the body's immune function.

  [Methods of Consuming Goose Blood]

  Goose Blood has a high protein content, and moderate consumption of Goose Blood is very beneficial to the human body. The cooking process of Goose Blood is not complicated either.

  Braised Tofu with Goose Blood

  Ingredients: 250g fresh Goose Blood, 1 piece of tofu, 100g fresh garlic sprouts, vegetable oil, salt, yellow wine, and monosodium glutamate according to taste.

  Instructions:

  1. Blanch the Goose Blood in boiling water, then cut it into thick slices. Cut the tofu into thick slices as well.

  2. Wash the garlic sprouts and cut them into approximately 2cm pieces. Separate the garlic stems and leaves and set them aside.

  3. Heat a pan, add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.

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