Lotus seed flesh nourishes the heart, calms the spirit, strengthens the spleen, and stops diarrhea. Lotus seed hearts clear the heart, soothe the spirit, and harmonize the heart and kidneys.
Method: Simmer 30g lotus seeds with hearts intact, 20g longan, and appropriate rock sugar to make a soup.
Suitable for: Individuals with excessive heart fire and restless spirits.
Contraindications: Not suitable for those with deficient-cold constitution, phlegm-dampness constitution, or weak spleen and stomach.
Maintaining Heart Meridian Flow
Traditional Chinese Medicine holds that the heart governs blood vessels, with heart qi propelling blood circulation to nourish the entire body. Abnormalities in this function can lead to vascular blockages commonly seen in the elderly. Preventing such blockages begins with dietary control: limit rich, greasy, and sweet foods, including fried and sugary items. If you occasionally overindulge in meat, drink a jujube and hawthorn infusion to alleviate effects.
Jujube and Hawthorn Drink
Jujubes replenish qi and regulate the spleen-stomach; hawthorn breaks down fats, promotes qi circulation, and disperses blood stasis.
Preparation: Wash 30 jujubes and 30 hawthorn berries. Add two bowls of water, bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat until reduced to one bowl. Drink throughout the day.
Suitable for: Individuals with high blood lipids may consume long-term;Those who consume excessive greasy foods.
Contraindications: Those with internal heat or diabetes should use with caution.
Face Masks for Application
"The heart manifests its vitality in the face." This means individuals with a radiant complexion generally have strong cardiac function, and heart health can be inferred by observing facial color. If concerned about premature facial aging, applying face masks appropriately can also help maintain skin health.Note: Avoid daily use. Generally apply every other day for 15 minutes per session.
Skin-Nourishing Mask
Ingredients: 1g American ginseng powder, 10g Poria cocos powder
Preparation: Add 2-3 drops fresh lemon juice, mix with milk until smooth. Apply to face every other day for 15-20 minutes, then rinse off.
Formula Explanation: American ginseng boosts qi, generates fluids, moistens lungs, and clears heat—nourishing the complexion. Poria fortifies spleen-stomach, drains dampness, and promotes diuresis. Milk replenishes deficiencies. Lemon brightens and protects skin.
Formula Explanation: American ginseng boosts energy, generates fluids, moistens lungs, and clears heat—nourishing the complexion. Poria fortifies the spleen and stomach while draining dampness and promoting diuresis. Milk replenishes deficiencies, and lemon brightens skin. Combined, these ingredients deliver outstanding skin-nourishing effects.