Benefits of drinking water infused with goji berries and red dates
Jan 13, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Chinese dates are rich in iron and other raw materials for blood production, which can promote hematopoiesis. Goji berries can promote the proliferation and differentiation of hematopoietic stem cells. When used together, these two ingredients can effectively increase the number of red blood cells in the blood, elevate hemoglobin levels, improve symptoms of qi and blood deficiency, result in a healthier complexion, and alleviate symptoms such as dizziness and fatigue. Goji berries also nourish the yin of the liver and kidneys, improving symptoms such as weakness and soreness in the lower back and knees caused by yin deficiency of the liver and kidneys.
Both goji berries and red dates are sources of both food and medicine. Drinking water infused with these two ingredients generally offers benefits such as invigorating Qi and nourishing blood, nourishing the liver and kidneys, strengthening the spleen and stomach, benefiting the liver and improving vision, and enhancing immunity.
1. Invigorating Qi and Nourishing Blood: Red dates are rich in iron and other essential materials for blood formation, which can promote hematopoiesis. Goji berries can promote the proliferation and differentiation of hematopoietic stem cells. Together, they can effectively increase the number of red blood cells and enhance hemoglobin levels in the blood, improving conditions of Qi and blood deficiency, making the complexion more rosy, and alleviating symptoms such as dizziness and fatigue.
2. Nourishing the Liver and Kidneys: Goji berries can nourish the yin of the liver and kidneys, improving symptoms such as soreness and weakness of the waist and knees caused by liver and kidney yin deficiency. Red dates can nourish and strengthen the spleen and stomach; when the spleen and stomach function well, they can generate Qi and blood to nourish the liver and kidneys. Together, they help maintain normal liver and kidney function and alleviate discomfort caused by liver and kidney deficiency.
3. Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach: Red dates can enhance the functions of the spleen and stomach, promoting digestion and absorption and regulating gastrointestinal motility. Goji berries can nourish the yin of the spleen and stomach. Together, they can balance the yin and yang of the spleen and stomach, improving symptoms such as poor appetite and indigestion caused by spleen and stomach weakness, and enhancing the digestive capacity for food.
4. Benefiting the Liver and Improving Vision: The liver opens into the eyes; the nourishing effect of goji berries on the liver and kidney yin helps moisturize the eyes and relieve eye fatigue. Red dates nourish the spleen and stomach to promote the generation of Qi and blood, providing nutrients for the eyes. Together, they help maintain eye health and prevent or alleviate eye discomfort, particularly benefiting those who use their eyes for prolonged periods.
5. Enhancing Immunity: Ingredients in goji berries can enhance the phagocytic capacity of macrophages and improve the activity of immune cells. Components in red dates can promote the production of white blood cells. Together, they can regulate immune function in multiple ways, strengthen the body's resistance, and reduce the likelihood of illness.
It is recommended to drink goji berry and red date infused water in moderation, being careful not to consume excessive amounts. In daily diet, it is recommended to maintain a balanced dietary structure and diversify food intake, which helps maintain overall health.
