Compendium of Materia Medica also states: “Sugarcane is sweet, mild, astringent, and non-toxic. Anything sweet has a tonic effect, either tonifying the spleen or replenishing qi.” The biggest difference between sugarcane and other fruits is that the riper it becomes, the harder its skin becomes, making it less susceptible to pests and diseases, and therefore…

After age 30, muscle loss accelerates, and many people noticeably feel less physically fit. As we enter middle age, moderate exercise and muscle building are essential for maintaining muscle and bone balance. How can those who are less physically active or those in their middle and older years maintain muscle mass through daily “light exercise”…

The notion that “coffee = bitter” is deeply ingrained in most people’s minds. But coffee does, in fact, have a natural sweetness. “Sweetness” is one of the criteria cuppers use on their test scores, so let’s discuss the natural sweetness of coffee. Is the “sweetness” of coffee a form of self-deception? Is the frequent claim…

What are the therapeutic benefits of red dates? Is it true that they can help replenish blood and maintain health? Eat three dates a day, and you’ll never feel old. Red dates have been described in similar ways, conveying their therapeutic benefits for beauty, blood, and health. Red Date Production Red dates are in season…

After peeling some preserved eggs, the egg whites will have many off-white crystals that resemble pine flowers. Rumor has it that preserved eggs with pine flowers are more nutritious, while others say they are contaminated by heavy metals. Which is true? How are preserved eggs made? Preserved eggs are a uniquely Chinese seasoned egg dish.…

Pumpkin’s sweet and warm nature can increase appetite and replenish vital energy, making it perfect for combating the languid heat of autumn. Pumpkin combats autumn dryness, nourishes the body, and replenishes blood. Most melons are considered cold in nature, but pumpkin is different. The Compendium of Materia Medica states that pumpkin is warm and sweet,…

There’s a rumor circulating online that “green potatoes are poisonous,” but this isn’t true. Potatoes appear green because they produce chlorophyll when exposed to light. The green part contains alkaloids, but the amount is likely lower than what’s found in sprouted potatoes. So, can green potatoes still be eaten? Why do potatoes turn green? Are…

Is the yellow-green yolk of a tea egg oozing a gray-green liquid a toxic compound that combines with iron? If you still hear this, don’t believe it. What else should you be aware of when choosing or eating tea eggs? Is the gray-green substance in tea eggs toxic? Is it true? Does the compound combine…

Grinding the stems of wasabi into a paste can be used as a seasoning. Besides being used in cold dishes like sashimi and seafood donburi, wasabi paste can also be added to a variety of dishes, including cold soba noodles and ochazuke (tea rice). We’ll introduce some culinary applications later. Although wasabi paste often plays…