Don’t think that the “elixir” for immortality is all precious Chinese herbal medicines like Ganoderma lucidum. They may be available at a small pharmacy next to your home, and the price is so cheap that it will surprise you.
- Polygonum multiflorum nourishes the liver and kidneys and improves the essence and blood
Features: The Polygonum multiflorum sold in pharmacies can be divided into raw and cooked. Freshly dug Polygonum multiflorum is dried or baked, which is raw Polygonum multiflorum; and raw Polygonum multiflorum is mixed with black bean juice, steamed to brown, and dried to black, which is called processed Polygonum multiflorum, that is, cooked Polygonum multiflorum. Cooked Polygonum multiflorum nourishes the liver and kidneys, improves the essence and blood, and is warm but not dry, nourishing but not greasy. It is indeed a good tonic. For overworked working women, cooked Polygonum multiflorum is the best tonic. In addition, studies have reported that Polygonum multiflorum can promote the growth of nerve cells and improve the ability of liver cells to transform and metabolize cholesterol.
Note: Polygonum multiflorum for hair care must be taken for a long time to be effective. For those with weak stomachs and spleen and stomach cold, it is not suitable to take raw Polygonum multiflorum. In addition, Polygonum multiflorum should not be eaten at the same time as pig blood.
- Licorice cough and anti-aging
Features: Licorice not only relieves cough, but also has a strong anti-aging effect. Modern women are under great work pressure, have irregular diet and life, and think too much, which can easily lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, insomnia and dreaminess. For these symptoms of heart and spleen deficiency, roasted licorice can be said to be a good medicine. In addition, licorice has the effects of lowering blood pressure, lowering blood lipids, resisting gene mutation, and anti-cancer, and is a very good anti-aging Chinese herbal medicine.
Note: If you have time, you can slightly process the licorice bought from the pharmacy: mix some honey and heat it slightly to make “roasted licorice”. Don’t underestimate this simple DIY process, its anti-aging effect of replenishing qi and nourishing the middle will be more effective.
- Polygonatum odoratum nourishes yin and nourishes the lungs
Features: Polygonatum odoratum is a good product for nourishing yin. For those MMs who often eat spicy food, it is the most suitable anti-aging tonic. Since spicy food can damage stomach yin, symptoms such as irritability, thirst, and dry mouth and tongue appear. If Polygonatum odoratum is used together with Adenophora radix, Ophiopogon japonicus, and licorice, it can nourish yin, moisten dryness, and promote fluid production and quench thirst. Modern research has found that Polygonatum odoratum has an antioxidant effect, can regulate immune function, remove free radicals, thereby reducing damage to body tissues and delaying aging.
Note: Polygonatum odoratum can be used as both medicine and food, such as Polygonatum odoratum lean meat soup, which can nourish yin, moisten the lungs, and relieve coughs; at the same time, Polygonatum odoratum also contains rich mucus and vitamin A substances, which can make the skin more moisturized and delicate.
- Panax notoginseng is the best choice for replenishing qi
Features: Ginseng is a good thing, everyone knows this. Ginseng is good because it is the best tonic for replenishing qi, but it is not very suitable for ordinary women. Compared with ginseng, Panax notoginseng is a better choice in terms of cost-effectiveness and applicability.
The anti-aging effect of Panax notoginseng can be said to be both internal and external. Internally: Panax notoginseng can dilate blood vessels, reduce vascular resistance, increase cardiac output, slow down heart rate, reduce myocardial oxygen consumption and capillary permeability, and can effectively prevent cardiovascular problems. Externally: Panax notoginseng can replenish blood vessels and remove stasis, and has a very good effect on facial pigmentation caused by qi deficiency.
Note: If you buy Panax notoginseng powder, you can mix it with an appropriate amount of honey into a paste and apply it directly on the face for 10-20 minutes. It has the functions of promoting blood circulation, moisturizing the skin and anti-aging. Long-term facial application can make the skin smooth and tender. If you take Panax notoginseng powder with honey water during the facial application, the effect will be better.
- Astragalus regulates blood sugar and lowers blood lipids
Features: For women, replenishing qi and blood is almost a lifelong task. If you want to have enough qi and blood, replenishing the spleen is the top priority, and Astragalus is the best Chinese herbal medicine for replenishing the spleen. If it can be used with Angelica sinensis, the effect will be better.
Studies have shown that it can comprehensively improve human immunity, promote human metabolism, regulate blood sugar, lower blood lipids, and increase the level of antioxidant SOD in the body, which has a good anti-aging effect.
Note: When taking Astragalus, you should take it in moderation according to your personal constitution under the guidance of a doctor; people who are prone to getting angry should not take it. There are many ways to take Astragalus. You can drink it instead of tea, cook porridge, and make soup at the same time.
- Poria cocos helps the stomach and intestines fight against aging
Features: Anti-aging does not only refer to the skin, the stomach and intestines also need anti-aging. If you often have indigestion, loss of appetite, bloating, and a rumbling stomach, these indicate that your stomach and intestines are aging, and Poria cocos is the best anti-aging medicine. If taken together with Codonopsis pilosula, Chinese yam, lotus seeds, etc., the effect is excellent.
Studies have also found that Poria cocos can regulate the function of the nervous system, effectively prolong the life of brain cells, improve hearing and vision, and improve intelligence and memory.
Note: Poria cocos is a fungus that can be used as both medicine and food. It is often used in medicinal diets, such as Poria cocos cake, Poria cocos cake, Poria cocos tea, etc., which are all famous nourishing foods.