Introduction:
"If the moisture is not removed, all diseases will be born." In life, we often hear such a sentence, especially in spring, when the humidity becomes more and more obvious, and many people begin to feel physical discomfort. Especially for middle-aged and elderly people, the invasion of moisture is particularly serious. Spring, as the best time to "dispel dampness", is a good opportunity for us to adjust our diet and eliminate dampness in our body. Not only does dampness make people feel tired, tired, and lose their appetite, but it can also lead to a variety of health problems such as rheumatism, bone pain, arthritis, and more. Therefore, it is especially important to know which foods to eat more and which to eat less.
Eat three more things
1. Red beans
Recommended method: Red bean rolls
When it comes to red beans, their nutritional value is undoubted, especially for dampness. Red beans are rich in dietary fiber and vitamins, which help to diuretic and dehumidify.
Material:
- Red beans: 200 grams
- Glutinous rice flour: 100 grams
- Sugar: to taste
- Coconut milk: 50 ml
Steps:
1. Soak the red beans: Soak the red beans for about 2 hours in advance, and when they are well hydrated, they will be easier to cook.
2. Boiled beans: Put the red beans in a pot, add water and cook until soft, remove and drain.
3. To make the bean paste: mash the boiled red beans with a fork, add an appropriate amount of white sugar and stir well.
4. Mix the dough: In a bowl, mix the glutinous rice flour with coconut milk and knead into a smooth dough.
5. Wrap the bean paste: Divide the dough into small pieces, wrap an appropriate amount of red bean paste, and pinch and seal tightly.
6. Steaming: Put the wrapped red bean rolls into the steamer and steam for 20 minutes before serving.
Proper red bean rolls not only taste sweet, but also help us get rid of dampness, which is an indispensable delicacy in the spring diet of middle-aged and elderly people.
2. Yam
Recommended method: Roasted pork with yam
Yams have a place in the diet with their unique nourishing properties. It has an excellent effect of strengthening the spleen and lungs, invigorating qi and strengthening the body, and is a good product for dispelling dampness.
Material:
- Yam: 300 grams
- Lean meat: 150 grams
- Green peppers: to taste
- Ginger: to taste
- Cooking wine, salt: to taste
Steps:
1. Prepare the ingredients: peel and dice the yam, dice the lean meat, cut the green pepper into cubes, and slice the ginger.
2. Marinate the diced pork: Add a little cooking wine and salt to the diced meat and marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Stir-fry: Heat the pan with cold oil, add ginger and stir-fry until fragrant, add diced meat and stir-fry until it changes color.
4. Add the yam: Add the diced yam, stir-fry evenly, then add an appropriate amount of water and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Finally, add the seasoning: Add the green pepper, continue to simmer for 3 minutes, and finally add salt to taste.
This simple yet nutritious dish of roasted pork with yam can not only increase appetite, but also effectively dispel dampness and make people feel happy.
3. Crucian carp
Recommended method: Crucian carp tofu soup
Crucian carp is a well-known nutritious product, its warm nature, sweet taste, can help our spleen and stomach digestion, to achieve a good effect of dampness.
Material:
- Crucian carp: 1 piece
- Tofu: 200 grams
- Ginger: to taste
- Cooking wine, salt: to taste
Steps:
1. Handling crucian carp: Remove the scales and guts of the crucian carp, wash it and make a few cuts on both sides with a knife for later use.
2. Prepare the tofu: Cut the tofu into cubes and blanch it in boiling water to remove the fishy smell.
3. Cook the soup: Add oil to the hot pan, add ginger and stir-fry until fragrant, then add the crucian carp and fry until golden brown on both sides.
4. Add water and simmer: Add enough water, add tofu, add cooking wine, and cook for 30 minutes.
5. Seasoning: Finally, add salt to taste, and it is ready to serve.
Crucian carp tofu soup is delicious and delicious, which can gently nourish the body, and is drunk by middle-aged and elderly people in spring, which helps to dispel dampness and be healthy.
Eat less
Although spring is a good time to get rid of dampness, there are some foods that need special attention, especially for middle-aged and elderly people, and it is especially important to maintain good eating habits.
Raw and cold food
Although raw and cold foods such as ice cream and cold dishes are very popular in the hot season, they are a big challenge to the stomach of middle-aged and elderly people. Raw and cold food can easily irritate the stomach and intestines, trap cold, and cause intestinal peristalsis to slow down, thereby aggravating the problem of dampness in the body. Therefore, eat less raw and cold foods in spring, and pay special attention to keeping the stomach warm and comfortable.
Sweet and greasy foods
A large amount of sugar is hidden in various desserts and sweets, and these sweet and greasy foods may not only lead to obesity, but also cause a burden on the spleen and stomach. The spleen and stomach of middle-aged and elderly people are already relatively fragile, and if excessive intake of sugar will affect the body's digestion and absorption. Not only that, but sweet and greasy foods tend to cause moisture in the body, which makes health more worrisome. Therefore, in the spring diet, try to control the intake of sweet and greasy foods and choose healthier natural ingredients.
Acidic foods
Although acidic foods such as vinegar and sour plums can be appetizing, excessive consumption will have a negative impact on the health of middle-aged and elderly people. For example, acidic foods can cause irritability, fatigue, and thus affect the overall mental state. Therefore, acidic foods should be consumed in moderation in the daily diet to avoid harm to health.
conclusion
For middle-aged and elderly people, spring is not only a warm season, but also a golden period to eliminate moisture. In terms of diet, make reasonable arrangements, eat more foods with dampness dissipation effects such as red beans, yams and crucian carp, and pay attention to reducing the intake of cold, sweet and acidic foods.
By adjusting the diet structure and developing healthy eating habits, middle-aged and elderly people can not only feel the relaxation of their bodies in spring, but also enhance their resistance and stay away from the troubles of moisture. Let's embrace spring together and welcome a healthier tomorrow!