Eating "Tong Hao" in hot pot is a very happy thing. This is not only because it tastes delicious, but also because eating "Tong Hao" in this season of blooming flowers is good for health. The specific reasons are as follows:
Benefits of Eating "Tong Hao" in Spring
1. Appetite Stimulation and Digestion
"Tong Hao" contains a special fragrant volatile oil, which can stimulate appetite and aid digestion, increasing one's appetite after consumption.
2. Improved Utilization of Vitamin A
Regularly cooking "Tong Hao" with meat, eggs, and other foods can improve the utilization of vitamin A in the food.
Vitamin A is an important element in the body, and this nutrient can be obtained through food. Therefore, it is recommended to cook "Tong Hao" with foods high in vitamin A.
3. Helps with Diuresis
"Tong Hao" contains diuretic components, which can eliminate water and sodium retention in the body, helping with diuresis and reducing swelling.
"Tong Hao" has detoxification effects and regular consumption can remove excess toxins from the blood.
4. Moistens the Lungs and Relieves Phlegm
Many people are prone to cough and cold during spring, especially cough with phlegm. "Tong Hao" can moisten the lungs and relieve phlegm.
Eating more "Tong Hao" can clear the lungs and relieve phlegm, as well as alleviate inflammation in the throat, effectively reducing throat pain.
5. Helps Stabilize Blood Sugar
People with diabetes can benefit greatly from eating "Tong Hao" in spring. "Tong Hao" contains a large amount of dietary fiber, which can prevent constipation and slow down the rise of post-meal blood sugar, helping stabilize blood sugar for diabetic patients.
The vitamins and other substances in "Tong Hao" are also beneficial for supplementing the nutrition of diabetic patients.
Methods of Eating "Tong Hao"
1. Stir-Fried "Tong Hao"
"Tong Hao" has a special fragrance that many people love, including myself. It is perfect for stir-frying with garlic or oyster sauce.
2. Steamed "Tong Hao"
Before mixing "Tong Hao" with flour, it can be mixed with a little oil to prevent sticking. Steamed "Tong Hao" will be loose and easy to separate, without any lumps.
3. Raw "Tong Hao" Salad
Using "Tong Hao" for cold salad is a time-saving and effortless choice. A raw "Tong Hao" salad is spicy and refreshing, guaranteed to whet your appetite.
4. Stir-Fried "Tong Hao" with Dried Shrimp
Adding a small amount of dried shrimp to rice with "Tong Hao" for lunch adds freshness. The combination of "Tong Hao" and dried shrimp is simply delicious.
5. "Tong Hao" Salad with Dried Bean Curd
Mix "Tong Hao" with small pieces of dried bean curd and seasoning, the taste is also great.
6. "Tong Hao" with Garlic Paste
The aromatic essential oil in "Tong Hao" is easily volatile when heated, so it should be stir-fried quickly over high heat to avoid nutrient loss, and the dish will look beautiful.
