Yu Zhu is used in medicine with its dried rhizome. The rhizome mainly contains Yu Zhu polysaccharides and also contains sterols such as Yu Zhu sterol and Yu Zhu sterol glycosides. In addition to being used as a medicinal herb in prescription medicine, it is also commonly processed into tea, health food, health drinks, and beauty skincare products. So what are the benefits of Yu Zhu for women?
1. Benefits of Yu Zhu for women:
- Skincare: Yu Zhu is rich in vitamin A, which can effectively improve skin problems such as dryness and roughness. In cold weather, many people's hands and feet may crack and develop frostbite. In such cases, it is recommended to drink a cup of Yu Zhu tea to improve the symptoms.
- Nourishing Yin and moisturizing: Yu Zhu has a nourishing and moisturizing effect, which can dispel wind-heat. In the dry autumn season, people often feel irritable and in a bad state, and may even lose their appetite. Yu Zhu can generate body fluids, relieve thirst, nourish Yin, and moisturize, making it suitable for nourishing in autumn.
- Anti-aging: Yu Zhu contains abundant polysaccharides, vitamin A, and niacin, which can help enhance the body's disease resistance and improve immunity, thereby reducing the probability of getting sick and slowing down the aging process. Women over 30 can drink a cup of Yu Zhu tea every day or regularly cook Yu Zhu porridge to maintain youth, health, and vitality.
2. How to drink Yu Zhu:
- Yu Zhu and Western Ginseng Tea:
Ingredients: Yu Zhu, Western Ginseng.
Preparation:
1. Wash and drain Yu Zhu and Western Ginseng.
2. Put Yu Zhu and Western Ginseng into a pot and pour in water.
3. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer for 15 minutes over low heat.
4. Pour into a cup and drink.
- Yu Zhu and Fat Sea Tea:
Ingredients: Yu Zhu, Fat Sea.
Preparation:
1. Wash Yu Zhu and Fat Sea and put them into a pot.
2. Add an appropriate amount of water and bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Simmer over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes, then pour into a cup.
4. Stir well and drink it as a substitute for tea.
3. Are there any side effects of drinking Yu Zhu water?
Yu Zhu has a cold nature and a sweet taste, and it has good nourishing effects. It can also be used to treat hot symptoms such as dry cough and sore throat. Generally speaking, it has almost no side effects.
However, if taken in excessive amounts or without paying attention to some contraindications, the situation may be different. It may worsen existing discomfort or fail to achieve the corresponding health benefits. Therefore, when drinking Yu Zhu water, it is important to avoid excessive consumption and be aware of contraindications, including people with weak spleen and loose stools, as well as children.
The above is an introduction to the benefits of Yu Zhu and how to drink it for women. For more information on the medicinal and food properties, please follow Pu Kang website.