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Lotus seed cure insomnia is probably a use that most people have heard and applied a few times. But not everyone knows how to use lotus to treat insomnia properly. Refer to the article below to help you have more effective recipes for applying this food!
1. It is true that eating lotus seeds cures insomnia
Lotus seeds are a food with many health benefits. This food has two parts: the seed part and the lotus heart part. In particular, the use of lotus seeds to treat insomnia will lie mainly in the center of the lotus.
According to experts, lotus heart cures the symptoms of sleep disorders because it contains alkaline substances, aromatic glucosides with sedative effects. When eating lotus seeds or foods from these seeds, it will stimulate the pancreas to secrete insulin to help you fall asleep more easily and sleep well.
However, lotus seeds for insomnia may not have the desired effect if used in the wrong way.
2. Dishes and remedies about lotus seeds to treat insomnia
2.1. Dishes about lotus seeds 2.1.1. Lotus seed tea is no longer a strange snack, lotus seed tea also has a sedative effect and brings nutrition. To cook lotus seed tea at home, you need to prepare some ingredients such as: lotus seeds, rice and ingredients to enhance nutrients. Next step, puree the above ingredients together and add water to cover. Cook on low heat until the above mixture thickens into tea. You can taste the amount of sugar just eaten, melt and turn off the heat. You should eat lotus tea with a little ice.
2.1.2. Longan lotus seed tea This dish both helps to cool down and cool the body and has lotus seed ingredients to treat insomnia. Here is the recipe for longan lotus seed soup. First, you prepare the ingredients such as: lotus seeds, longan, sugar. Next, wash the lotus seeds and put them in a pot of simmering water. Add longan to the pot of water to boil. After boiling the mixture for about 10-15 minutes, turn off the heat and add sugar.
2.1.3. Red apple lotus seed tea Red apple is an ingredient that has the effect of supplementing iron, avoiding anemia. This ingredient, when combined with lotus seeds, will create a dish with a sedative effect, supporting blood supply to the whole body. To make red apple lotus seed tea, you need to fully prepare the following ingredients: lotus seeds, red apples, sugar (can be rock sugar or sugar). Next, wash lotus seeds, boil a mixture of lotus seeds and red apples with water. When the above ingredients are soft, add sugar to taste. Stir the mixture by hand until it boils and turn off the heat.
2.1.4. Lotus seeds stewed with pork Pork and lotus seeds are important ingredients that provide nutrients to the body. When combined together, it will double the effect and help you improve your sleep better. The recipe for this dish is as follows:
Prepare pork, lotus seeds, licorice Prepare ingredients, in which, seeds Wash lotus, remove lotus center and soak in water for about 30 minutes. Pork is washed and rubbed with salt to remove odors. Then, cut the pork pieces just to eat. Processing: Put the prepared ingredients in a pot, add water, ginger, seasoning to taste and bring to a boil over high heat. When the above mixture boils, simmer for about 30 minutes until the pork is tender and the lotus seeds are fine, then turn off the heat. 2.1.5. Lotus seed chicken eggs To make lotus seed chicken eggs you need to prepare ingredients such as lotus seeds, chicken eggs, wine and sugar. Wash the lotus seeds and bring to a boil. Pour the mixture of eggs and wine into it, stir well, season with sugar to taste. Finally, turn off the stove and immediately enjoy this nutritious and effective insomnia remedy. 2.2. Remedies for insomnia from lotus seeds 2.2.1. Remedy No. 1 When combining lotus seeds with medicinal herbs such as: ginseng, royal family, apple kernels, lotus seeds, worshiping gods, ceiling skin, ground licorice, ... will create a remedy to help calm the mind. , improve poor sleep. You just need to wash the above herbs and decoction with drinking water according to the dose prescribed by the doctor.
2.2.2. Remedy
2 A remedy with very simple ingredients but will help you relax mentally, reduce stress and improve sleep quality.
The required ingredients are dried lotus heart and filtered water. Step one rinse the lotus heart with hot water, then add warm water to make a tea. You can drink water instead of filtered water every day.
2.2.3. Remedy No. 3 Another remedy from lotus seeds is the combination of this food with the ingredients: phyllocarpus, vascular mon. Wash the above ingredients and simmer according to the dose prescribed by the doctor.
3. Note when using lotus seeds to cure insomnia
As mentioned about the effects of lotus seeds above, this food can either bring benefits if used correctly or cause negative effects on health. Therefore, you need to "take to heart" a few notes below to use lotus seeds to treat insomnia safely:
Choose lotus seeds with intact shells without scratches. Experts recommend using dried lotus seeds if not in season. Only buy lotus seeds at reputable places to avoid buying fake and poor quality goods. Absolutely do not use moldy lotus seeds because it will negatively affect health because it contains many toxins. Lotus seeds should not be abused to treat excessive insomnia, which can make the body weak or dependent on food. Do not arbitrarily combine lotus seeds with other ingredients without the permission of the doctor. Because drugs can interact with each other causing many side effects. In some cases, you should not use this method of insomnia treatment such as: patients with cardiovascular disease, pregnant women... Lotus seeds only have the effect of supporting sleep improvement, not conditioning. thoroughly treat this disease. Therefore, if you have chronic insomnia, you should see a specialist for examination and treatment. Hopefully, the above information has helped you understand correctly about eating lotus seeds to treat insomnia. At the same time use this method properly and bring the best results.
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