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Lotus seedsParchingWinter melonmanner of preparation

Lotus seeds nourish the heart, winter melon dispels summer heat and strengthens the stomach. This dish exudes a fresh and gentle aura.GreensHalf-transparent winter melon is soft, while lotus seeds are fragrant and slightly sweet. The simple and elegant appearance with vivid colors is irresistible to anyone!
Nutritional value:
minerals, vitamins, lutein,Radishfibers, calcium, phosphorus, iron
Health benefits:
Tonifies spleen to stop diarrhea, calms the mind and brightens vision
Suitable for:
Those with irritability and insomnia, spleen deficiency with prolonged diarrhea, loose stools, edema, or heat-related illnesses.
Unsuitable for:
People with weakened spleen qi, diarrhea, stomach cold pain, women during menstruation or with cold-induced dysmenorrhea.
Ingredients required for lotus seed and winter melon
mainsWinter melon (200 grams) Lotus seeds (50 grams):Broad beans(50 grams) Auxiliary ingredients,HamSausage (1 piece) Salt (3 grams)Chicken essence(2 grams)Lotus seed and winter melon preparation steps
1. Remove the skin and seeds from the winter melon, wash it clean, then slice it.
Broad beans remove their heads and tails, wash them thoroughly;Prepare lotus seeds by washing them.Cut the ham sausage into pieces for later use.2. Boil water in a pot, add broad beans to blanch until cooked, then remove and arrange on a plate.
3. In another pan, heat some oil, stir-fry winter melon, lotus seeds, and ham sausage briefly. Add salt and chicken essence, mix well, pour in water, simmer until cooked, then serve.
Lotus seed and winter melon benefits
1.
Lotus seedspossess anti-cancer and anti-tumor effects, lower blood pressure, strengthen the heart and calm the mind, nourish the kidneys and stop, clear heat spots, etc.Blood2.Radish
helps expel summer dampness, tonifies the spleen to stop diarrhea. Radish also has significant effects in eliminating tumors.3.Winter melon
Winter melon contains high levels of vitamin C, thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin, which help prevent cancer.4.Lotus seed and winter melon
have significant cardiac strengthening effects, providing good relief for those with irritability and insomnia.Lotus root stewed winter melonIt has significant cardiotonic effects and is very beneficial for those with irritability and insomnia in terms of food therapy.