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Can Cornus officinalis (Shanzhuyu) be used in steamed chicken?

Mar 22, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yu Yongchao
Introduction
Steamed chicken can include Cornus officinalis (Shanzhuyu), but it should be consumed in moderation. When preparing steamed chicken, Cornus officinalis can be added as a medicinal ingredient. This dish is not only delicious but also beneficial for nourishing the liver and kidneys, warming the middle jiao, invigorating qi, enriching the essence, and replenishing marrow. It is suitable for individuals with liver and kidney deficiency, liver deficiency with spontaneous sweating, weakness and soreness in the waist and knees, tinnitus, blurred vision, nocturnal emission, impotence, frequent urination, and blood collapse (metrorrhagia).

Generally speaking, steamed chicken can be prepared with Cornus officinalis (Shanzhuyu), but it should be consumed in moderation. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Cornus officinalis has a sour and astringent taste and is slightly warm in nature, primarily benefiting the liver and kidneys. It helps nourish kidney qi, enriches essence and blood, and is especially beneficial for individuals suffering from cold intolerance and soreness or weakness in the lower back and knees due to kidney yang deficiency. Additionally, it helps retain vital essence and may improve symptoms such as seminal emission and frequent nighttime urination. Cornus officinalis can be added as a medicinal ingredient when preparing steamed chicken. This dish not only tastes delicious but also has functions of nourishing the liver and kidneys, warming the middle jiao, invigorating qi, enriching essence, and replenishing marrow. It is suitable for individuals with symptoms such as liver and kidney deficiency, spontaneous sweating due to liver deficiency, soreness and weakness in the waist and knees, tinnitus, blurred vision, seminal emission, impotence, and frequent urination, as well as those suffering from excessive uterine bleeding.

Although Cornus officinalis offers multiple health benefits, it should be consumed in moderation, as excessive intake may lead to an unpleasant taste or physical discomfort. Different individuals may react differently to Cornus officinalis due to variations in body constitution and health conditions. Therefore, it is important to understand one's own physical condition and consult a healthcare professional before consumption.

When preparing steamed chicken, other medicinal ingredients or food items, such as Chinese yam (Huai Shan Yao), can also be added to enhance the therapeutic effects of the dish. However, attention should be paid to incompatibilities between ingredients to avoid adverse reactions. It is recommended to maintain dietary diversity and balance in daily meals and avoid excessive intake of any single food or nutrient.

References:

[1] Liu Yanping, Huang Cenhao. "Exploration of the Principles of Application of Traditional Chinese Medicine Diet for Health Preservation and Disease Treatment." Shizhen Journal of Chinese Medicine and Materia Medica, 2008, (07):1787-1788.

[2] "Functions and Effects of Cornus Officinalis." Forestry and Ecology, 2017, (03):26.

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