What can goji berries be steeped with in water to tonify the kidneys and enhance yang?

Jun 16, 2020 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Haiming
Introduction
What can goji berries be steeped with to enhance kidney function and boost yang energy? They pair well with red dates. Steeping goji berries together with red dates not only strengthens yang energy but also nourishes yin and regulates blood and qi. The health benefits of combining goji berries and red dates include: nourishing the liver and improving vision, moistening the lungs and nourishing yin, tonifying the kidneys and enriching essence, strengthening the spleen and benefiting the stomach, regulating emotions, combating aging, and promoting longevity.

Goji berries possess multiple health-benefiting properties and are officially approved by China’s National Health Commission as a dual-purpose food and medicinal substance. Moderate consumption promotes overall health. When combined with chrysanthemum-goji tea, they help clear liver heat and improve visual acuity. Additionally, goji berries can modulate immune function, effectively inhibit tumor growth and cellular mutation, delay aging, prevent fatty liver disease, regulate blood lipid and glucose levels, and promote hematopoiesis.

Which ingredients can be combined with goji berries in infused water to tonify the kidneys and enhance yang energy?

Goji berries can be paired with jujube (Chinese red dates). Infusing goji berries and jujubes together not only enhances yang energy but also nourishes yin, while simultaneously regulating blood and qi. The combined benefits include nourishing the liver and improving vision, moistening the lungs and nourishing yin, tonifying the kidneys and enriching essence, strengthening the spleen and stomach, stabilizing mood, resisting aging, and promoting longevity.

For kidney tonification and yang enhancement, it is recommended to prepare infusions or medicinal wines using herbs such as cinnamon bark, goji berries, deer antler velvet, seahorse, and epimedium (horny goat weed). In daily life, sexual activity should be practiced in moderation—no more than three times per week. Dietary supplementation may include lamb, deer antler velvet, and Chinese chives seeds. Avoid cold, raw, or otherwise stimulating foods. Regular physical exercise is also beneficial for symptom improvement.

When consumed alone as an infusion, goji berries produce relatively slow effects on kidney tonification and yang enhancement; consistent daily intake over an extended period is required to observe noticeable results.

Health Benefits of Goji Berries

1. Nourishes yin, improves vision, and clears liver fire

Individuals who frequently use computers often experience eye fatigue; goji berry tea helps nourish yin and improve visual clarity. During hot weather, goji berry infusions can also effectively clear excess liver heat.

2. Promotes better sleep

Goji berries may be consumed year-round. In summer, brewing them as tea—preferably in the afternoon—is ideal for improving constitution and supporting restful sleep.

3. Enhances yang energy

Regular consumption of goji berry tea strengthens vital qi and nourishes blood and qi. Its yang-enhancing effect has impressed Western users; savvy British merchants even refer to goji berries as “fruit Viagra.”

4. Brightens skin, enhances complexion, and delays aging

Women who regularly drink goji berry tea may achieve brighter, healthier skin. Goji berries contain more vitamin C than oranges, more beta-carotene than carrots, and more iron than beef steak. Naturally occurring beta-carotene helps combat aging and cancer, and protects skin against UV-induced damage.

The above outlines suitable combinations for goji berry infusions aimed at kidney tonification and yang enhancement. We hope this information proves helpful.