The efficacy and edible methods of Cistanche deserticola

1. The efficacy and effects of Cistanche deserticola

Tonifying the kidney: Cistanche is rich in alkaloids, crystalline neutral substances, amino acids, trace elements and vitamins. These nutrients are needed by the human body. After being absorbed by the human body, they can nourish the kidney and suppress deficiency, thereby preventing weight loss.

Enhance immunity: Cistanche deserticola is very rich in polysaccharides, which can promote the formation of lymphocytes in the human body and its active efficacy, increase the proliferation response of lymphocytes, and can more effectively increase the body's immune ability, thereby playing a role in preventing diseases.

Lubricates the intestines and promotes bowel movements: Cistanche deserticola is a traditional Chinese medicine that can lubricate the intestines and detoxify. It can increase the propulsion speed of the small intestine, inhibit the absorption of water by the large intestine, promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, and thus shorten the time of defecation.

Anti-aging: Cistanche can be eaten directly or used as medicine. Regular consumption can appropriately enhance physical strength, endurance and anti-fatigue ability. As a medicine, it contains a special substance called phenylpropanol, which is very effective in delaying aging and improving the symptoms of aging in the body.

Protect microcirculation: Cistanche contains relatively rich total phenylethanol glycosides, which can improve the body's microcirculation, protect the health of the cardiovascular and nervous systems, and can also lower blood lipids and blood pressure, which is a great help in preventing diseases.

2. How to eat Cistanche deserticola

Soak in water for drinking: Cistanche can be soaked in water directly. Cut it into thin slices, put one or two slices into water, then pour boiling water directly into it, wait three to five minutes and then drink it. It can also be brewed repeatedly to fully activate the nutrients it contains.

Boil tea for drinking: Put Cistanche deserticola and appropriate amount of rose flowers, chrysanthemum, etc. into a pot and cook. After about fifteen to twenty minutes, pour out and filter it before drinking. It can promote body metabolism and enhance the body's immune ability.

Soak in wine for drinking: Soaking Cistanche and wolfberry together in wine has good health benefits.

Cook porridge for consumption: When cooking porridge daily, add some Cistanche slices into the porridge, which has a good effect on beauty and skin care.