Cold Dew Solar Term - Congee, one dish and one tea
2025-10-28
Frost falls as the last solar term of autumn, "the air becomes clear and condensed, dew forms frost", marking the intensification of autumn cold and the beginning of winter air. The essence of health preservation lies in "warming, promoting circulation, and nourishing storage", which requires warming the lungs, moistening dryness, warming the kidneys, dispelling coldness, and strengthening muscles and bones. Taking advantage of the descending momentum of the Golden Autumn, warm and nourish the muscles and bones with sentient flesh and blood, and dissolve the tension between dryness and coldness with sweet, smooth, and peaceful substances. Diet should be "warm but not dry, moist but not cold", storing essence and absorbing qi at the end of autumn harvest, in order to establish a deep foundation and withstand the harsh winter. Recommend one Congee, one dish and one tea to help you feel happy. Lotus Seeds, Euryale Fruit, Chinese Yam, Red Date and Millet Congee Lotus Seeds, Euryale Fruit and Chinese Yam are soaked in warm water for 1 hour in advance. The red dates are washed for standby, and the millet is washed clean. Add a sufficient amount of water to the pot, then add soaked water chestnuts, lotus seeds, and yam. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium low heat and cook for about 20-30 minutes. Add washed red dates and millet, then bring to a boil again, then reduce to low heat and simmer for about 40-50 minutes. Warm cooking yields the best results. Xiaomi can invigorate the spleen and stomach, nourish yin and blood, yam can invigorate the spleen and qi, nourish stomach yin, glutinous rice can invigorate the spleen and stop diarrhea, nourish the kidneys and consolidate essence, lotus seeds can nourish the spleen and stop diarrhea, nourish the kidneys and heart, calm the mind and help sleep, red dates can nourish the middle and nourish qi, nourish blood and calm the mind. These five ingredients can be used to make Congee, which can strengthen the spleen and stomach, give consideration to the heart, lungs and kidneys, warm and moist, warm but not dry, moist but not sluggish, especially suitable for light nourishing and warming the lungs and stomach in frost season. Stewed beef with radish, yellow beef, and white radish in moderation. Ginger, scallions, Sichuan peppercorns, salt, and pepper powder in moderation. Cut beef into diced pieces and blanch in water, cut radish into chunks. Beef, scallions, and ginger are stewed over low heat. After the beef is cooked to perfection, radish chunks and seasonings are added. Cook until the radish is raw. Alternatively, according to personal taste, the radish can be cooked until fully cooked before consumption. Beef has a flat and sweet nature, with the effects of nourishing qi and blood, strengthening the spleen and stomach, strengthening the essence and bones, making it a great tonic. Carrots have a cool nature, a spicy and sweet taste, and enter the lungs, spleen, and stomach meridians. They have the effects of dispelling stagnation, clearing heat and resolving phlegm, and promoting a broad and moderate qi flow. Stewed beef with radish is a great autumn tonic that nourishes the spleen and lungs. Mulberry leaves, loquat leaves, honey tea, 3 grams of mulberry leaves, 3 grams of loquat leaves, and an appropriate amount of honey. Brew with boiling water and drink as a substitute for tea. 3-5 cups per day. Mulberry leaves have a cold nature and a sweet and bitter taste. When they enter the lung and liver meridians, they can clear the lungs and moisten dryness; Loquat leaves have a slightly cold nature and a bitter taste. When they enter the lung and stomach meridians, they can clear the lungs, relieve cough, reduce nausea and vomiting, clear heat and phlegm, and lower qi. Honey is mild in nature and sweet in taste. When it enters the spleen, lungs, and large intestine meridians, it can nourish the middle and moisten dryness, nourish the spleen and lungs, moisten the lungs to relieve cough, and moisten the intestines to promote bowel movements. The combination of the three can clear the lungs and moisten dryness, reduce qi and moisten the intestines. It is especially suitable for those who suffer from lung damage caused by dryness and evil in late autumn, intestinal dryness and fluid deficiency, dry cough and constipation. The key to nourishment during the frost season lies in the muscles and bones. In the early morning, frost appears, and the north wind is slightly cold. The climate is characterized by a combination of cold and dryness, with a deadly aura. The yang energy in the human body is deeply hidden inside, and the lung health is not warm enough. It is easy to see dry throat, nose pain, dry cough, hoarse voice, and cracked skin; Cold pathogenic factors can cause joint pain and difficulty in bending and extending the muscles and bones; People with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold are prone to experiencing cold pain in the epigastric region and diarrhea in the five seasons. During the frost season, it is recommended to nourish the bones and muscles, with a focus on strengthening the muscles and bones. Daily attention should be paid to protecting the vertebrae (behind the neck), vital organs (lower back), and springs (at the foot). Before going to bed, moxibustion should be applied to the Guan Yuan acupoint (three inches below the navel) to avoid morning frost. The principle of frostbite diet is to be light and nourishing, while also moistening the lungs, nourishing and gently regulating the spleen and stomach. Avoid raw and cold seafood, as well as cold fruits and vegetables, to prevent coldness and blood clotting; Avoid stir frying with fragrant and dry ingredients to avoid damaging lung fluid. It is recommended to eat yam, lily, lotus seeds, Tremella fuciformis, etc. to nourish the spleen and lungs. Wen/Li Jinhui (Beijing Geriatric Hospital) (Xinhua News Agency)
Edit:Wang Shu Ying Responsible editor:Li Jie
Source:Beijing Youth Daily
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