How to Consume Fermented Rice for Optimal Qi and Blood Nourishment
Nov 08, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Rice wine lees generally refer to fermented rice (wine lees). Normally, there is no standard saying regarding how to eat rice wine lees for better effects in nourishing qi and blood. However, to some extent, consuming fermented rice in forms such as rice wine porridge, rice wine egg, rice wine soup, rice wine with red dates, longan, and wolfberry soup, or rice wine with red beans, peanuts, and lotus seeds soup may help replenish qi and blood. It is advisable to consume rice wine lees in moderation, as excessive consumption may have adverse effects on the body.
Rice wine lees generally refer to fermented rice wine. Under normal circumstances, there is no standard saying about how to eat rice wine lees to achieve better effects in nourishing qi and blood. Fermented rice wine can be prepared in various ways, such as rice wine porridge, rice wine egg, rice wine soup, rice wine with red date, longan, and wolfberry soup, or rice wine with red bean, peanut, and lotus seed soup. These preparations may help nourish qi and blood to a certain extent. The specific methods are as follows:
1. Rice wine porridge
Add an appropriate amount of fermented rice wine into rice and cook into porridge. You can add a little honey or red dates for flavor according to personal taste. Rice wine porridge helps replenish qi and blood, strengthen the spleen, and stimulate the appetite, making it suitable for breakfast.
2. Rice wine egg
Beat an egg and mix it with an appropriate amount of fermented rice wine. Stir well and then cook until fully done. Rice wine egg can enhance immune function, promote blood circulation, and aid in nourishing qi and blood.
3. Rice wine soup
Add an appropriate amount of fermented rice wine into clean water, bring to a boil, and then simmer over low heat for 1–2 hours. You may add a small amount of salt or other seasonings according to personal preference. This soup can improve gastrointestinal digestion and promote nutrient absorption, aiding in nourishing qi and blood.
4. Rice wine with red date, longan, and wolfberry soup
Place an appropriate amount of fermented rice wine, five red dates, five longans into a pot, add adequate water, and bring to a boil. Then add about ten wolfberries and simmer briefly before drinking. This preparation helps nourish and activate the blood, replenish qi, and calm the nerves.
5. Rice wine with red bean, peanut, and lotus seed soup
Soak an appropriate amount of red beans, peanuts, and pitted lotus seeds in advance. Place them together into a pot, add adequate water, and bring to a boil. Then add an appropriate amount of fermented rice wine and cook until tender. This soup helps nourish blood and qi, strengthen the spleen, and stimulate the appetite.
When consuming fermented rice wine, moderation is key, as excessive consumption may have adverse effects on the body. Moreover, nourishing qi and blood is a comprehensive process; in addition to consuming fermented rice wine, one should also maintain a balanced diet, engage in moderate exercise, and maintain good living habits.
