{"id":7635,"date":"2017-11-17T13:48:23","date_gmt":"2017-11-17T05:48:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.writtenchinese.com\/?p=7635"},"modified":"2022-09-01T11:26:15","modified_gmt":"2022-09-01T03:26:15","slug":"10-chinese-superfoods-that-will-help-balance-your-qi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.writtenchinese.com\/10-chinese-superfoods-that-will-help-balance-your-qi\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Chinese Superfoods That Will Help Balance Your Qi"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In China, there is an old saying: <\/span>\u836f\u8865\u4e0d\u5982\u98df\u8865<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>y\u00e0o<\/span> b\u01d4<\/span> b\u00f9<\/span> r\u00fash\u00ed<\/span> b\u01d4)<\/span> \u2018the benefits of medicine as not as good as nutrition.\u2019 Consuming an <\/span>appropriate amount<\/b> of certain foods is often found to have health benefits and this is strongly connected with Traditional Chinese Medicine.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whilst the word \u2018superfood\u2019 seems contemporary and faddy, food with special attributes have existed in Chinese culture for thousands of years. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following list are foods genuinely considered to be Chinese superfoods and are often consumed daily to maintain health. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Goji Berries <\/span>\u67b8\u675e\u5b50<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>g\u01d2u<\/span> q\u01d0<\/span> z\u01d0)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Goji berries are a \u2018super\u2019-superfood and have been used in Chinese medicine for over 2000 years. In China, goji berries are known as \u2018Wolfberry Fruit\u2019 and is <\/span>grown in Mongolia, Tibet and Ningxia Province<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Eat Goji Berries<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goji berries are often steeped in hot water and drank in a tea, but they can be eaten in any way, including raw. In China, goji berries are also frequently found in porridge and soup.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goji berries are an antioxidant and high in fibre which promotes good digestion. Some of the other benefits of goji are increased energy, improve sleep and waking. It was allegedly eaten by monks to improve meditation. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In TCM, goji berries are often consumed in order to improve eyesight and to protect against common illnesses like colds and fever and have also been known to treat depression and low mood. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Goji berries allegedly have 500 times more vitamin C in them than an orange if measured weight to weight!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Green tea <\/span>\u7eff\u8336<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>l\u01dc<\/span> ch\u00e1)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Green tea has been consumed in China for over 3000 years, and has many medicinal properties according to TCM. Although it was initially chewed and eaten raw, it was soon added it to food and in the 8th century its oxidant properties were discovered when steamed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the Tang Dynasty, tea drinking became ingrained into Chinese society and the formal tea drinking ceremony was introduced. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Drink Green Tea<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The temperature of <\/span>the water green tea is brewed in is quite important,<\/span><\/a> as it can affect the flavours. Green tea should be brewed in water around 140\u00b0F – 185\u00b0F for approximately 1-3 minutes depending on your personal taste and the variation of green tea.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although green tea doesn\u2019t have as much caffeine as coffee,<\/span> it still keeps you alert and improves brain function<\/span><\/a>. Green tea is often drank to help metabolism and burn fat quicker. Green tea is said to reduce the chances of several cancers including stomach, breast, prostate and colorectal cancer. Since green tea is an antioxidant, it\u2019s also excellent for the skin and can reduce signs of wrinkles and aging. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are lots of debate about how many cups of green tea can actually be beneficial to a person\u2019s health. However, many sources say the more green tea a day the better (at least 5 cups), but that more than 10 will have adverse effects, such as insomnia. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can learn more about Chinese tea in our <\/span>10 Most Popular Chinese Teas<\/span><\/a> article.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bok Choy <\/span>\u5927\u767d\u83dc<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>d\u00e0<\/span> b\u00e1i<\/span> c\u00e0i) <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Bok choy or \u2018white cabbage\u2019 has been a staple in China for thousands of years and is a member of the <\/span>cruciferous family. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Eat Bok Choy<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bok choy can be eaten raw in salads, but is usually stir fried or sauteed with garlic and ginger in Chinese cuisine. Bok Choy is also found in soups and hot pot.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

White cabbage is jam packed with some amazing nutrients!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bok choy is said to be a good protection from cancer, as the nutrients found in the vegetable turn into a compound that fight cancer. Since bok choy is a great source of fibre, it is particularly good for preventing colon cancer. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bok choy contains iron, zinc and calcium which help keep bones strong.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Magnesium, potassium, folate and vitamin C helps with blood pressure and keeps the heart healthy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vitamin C promotes collagen to reduce wrinkles and smoothes skin. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bok choy has <\/span>been shown to decrease the risk of obesity<\/span><\/a>, diabetes, heart disease, and overall mortality! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jujube <\/span>\u5927\u67a3<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>d\u00e0<\/span> z\u01ceo)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n
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The jujube fruit is native to south asia, including China and is full of amazing nutrients. <\/span>The jujube tree has been <\/span>grown in China for over 4,000 years ago<\/span><\/a> and was classified as one of \u201cThe Five Fruits\u201d along with peach, plum, prunus mume (Chinese plum), and apricot.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Eat Jujube Fruit<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jujube is a fruit but is frequently dried and looks like a bright red date. They are frequently found in congee or soaked and cooked in a soup.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The jujube is an antioxidant and contains both vitamin C and A which boosts the immune system. It is also found to reduce the risk of heart disease and some forms of cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The jujube seeds are said to be good for curing insomnia, as they calm the mind. When oil is extracted from the fruit, it can used to reduce stress and anxiety.  <\/span>https:\/\/www.organicfacts.net\/health-benefits\/fruit\/jujube.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is a good source of iron and <\/span>phosphorous and regulates blood circulation and improves symptoms of anemia. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dried Longan <\/span>\u9f99\u773c\u8089<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>l\u00f3ng<\/span> y\u01cen <\/span>r\u00f2u)<\/span> \/ <\/span>\u6842\u5706\u8089<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>gu\u00ec<\/span> yu\u00e1n <\/span>r\u00f2u<\/span>)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Longan is also known as \u2018dragon eyeballs\u2019 due to their opaque white colour and black pupil-like seed.<\/span> Longan has been used for medical purposes since as early as the Han Dynasty<\/span><\/a> (206 BCE-220 CE). <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Eat Longan<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Longan can be consumed raw, but in traditional Chinese medicine it is frequently dried and added to tea. Similarly to Lichee, Longan is considered a \u2018hot fruit\u2019 [link to article] and should not be consumed in large quantities as it may induce fever and sickness. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Longan contains high quantities of iron<\/span><\/a> and is therefore good for stimulating good blood flow, reducing anaemia. Longan is said to increase energy levels with long term effects, as well as alleviating insomnia and memory loss.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Longan are a great source of vitamin c and help protect against the common cold. The vitamin C in longan soaks up iron and helps with skin quality. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chrysanthemum Tea <\/span>\u83ca\u82b1\u8336<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>j\u00fa<\/span> hu\u0101<\/span> ch\u00e1)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n
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The Chrysanthemum has been grown in China since the 15th century, and was a plant respected for its \u2018powers\u2019. Even the nobility had to ask permission to grow it and the chrysanthemum is often found on Chinese porcelain. The flower is one of the four junzi\u2019s – (Prunus, Orchid and Bamboo) plants that influenced poet Tao Qian.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Drink Chrysanthemum Tea<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chrysanthemum tea has been <\/span>popular in China since the Song dynasty<\/span><\/a> and is often drank with goji berries and rock sugar. It is prepared by brewing the whole flower as opposed to just the leaves, which is common with most teas. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As<\/span> Chrysanthemum is naturally caffeine free<\/span><\/a>, it can be extremely relaxing when drunk, even to the point of being used as a relaxant. It can lower blood pressure and reduce stress. The tea has been used as a preventative measure for strokes and heart diseases, possibly due to the potassium found in the flower.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brown sugar <\/span>\u7ea2\u7cd6<\/span><\/a> (h\u00f3ng t\u00e1ng)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Brown sugar may seem a weird superfood, but it is used in Chinese medicine to cure certain ailments.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Eat \/ Drink Brown Sugar<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Brown sugar is often dissolved in hot water<\/span><\/a> along with ginger to create a thick syrupy drink.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The brown sugar-ginger tea is used to alleviate cold and flu symptoms as well as nausea. It can also be drank to reduce menstrual cramping.  Because brown sugar is considered a \u2018warm food\u2019 in TCM, it helps promote blood circulation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Molasses that make up the brown sugar are full of many nutrients including: iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium etc.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dried Tangerine Peel <\/span>\u9648\u76ae<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>ch\u00e9n<\/span> p\u00ed)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n
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The origins of <\/span>consuming dried tangerine peel began during the Song dynasty<\/span><\/a>, and lasted for seven hundred years. It fell out of favour by the end of the last century, but is becoming more popular again.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Eat \/ Drink Dried Tangerine Peel<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tangerine peel can be eaten as is, or brewed in a tea. In TCM, it is available as a powder and in now in capsules to be taken medicinally. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In Chinese medicine, \u2018Chenpi\u2019 was <\/span>used to improve digestion, relieve intestinal gas and bloating<\/span><\/a>. It was also used as a \u2018cure\u2019 for asthma as the peel helps reduce phlegm. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dried orange peel can help with <\/span>blood circulation and reduces blood pressure<\/span><\/a>, as well as headaches and anxiety. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When mixed with water and salt, dried tangerine peel can act as a hangover cure!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Soy Milk <\/span>\u8c46\u6d46<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>d\u00f2u<\/span> ji\u0101ng)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Soy milk is produced by boiling soybeans with water. <\/span>Soymilk is said to have been <\/span>developed in China around A. D. 82 <\/span><\/a>and it is still a popular drink in China today.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Drink Soy Milk<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Soy milk is available in many different varieties, sometimes with added flavours such as chocolate, strawberry or salt.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Soy milk contains protein which is said to lower cholesterol, and is commonly used to reduce blood pressure for type-2 diabetes patients. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Soymilk isoflavones (<\/span>an estrogen occurring naturally in legumes, considered beneficial in some diets)<\/span> may help reduce postmenopausal symptoms<\/span><\/a> by maintaining estrogen levels and can also prevent breast cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tofu <\/span>\u8c46\u8150<\/span><\/a> (d\u00f2u fu)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Tofu is a bean curd that is created by pressing soy milk into blocks and is a common ingredient in Chinese cuisine, notably Mapo Tofu. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The earliest mention of the word \u2018tofu\u2019 or <\/span>\u2018dou fu\u2019 in China was <\/span>around AD 950<\/span><\/a>, just before the Song dynasty began, although allegedly <\/span>Tofu-making was first <\/span>recorded during the Han dynasty<\/span><\/a> over 2,000 years ago. The Prince Liu An (179\u2013122 BC) was said to have invented it. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Eat Tofu<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the most famous dishes containing tofu is \u9ebb\u5a46\u8c46\u8150<\/a> (m\u00e1 p\u00f3 d\u00f2u f\u01d4) Mapo Tofu, which translates to the delightful \u2018pockmarked grandmother\u2019, which is a spicy bean sauce with tofu. Tofu is usually used as a substitute for proteins for a vegetarian or vegan and so can be eaten in various ways, including stir-fried, added to soup, such as miso, or added to a smoothie for breakfast. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tofu <\/span>alleviates the effects of gout<\/span><\/a>, due to its protein content and because of its high levels of calcium is excellent for bone growth and strength.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because tofu does not absorb cooking oils, it is extremely good for lowering cholesterol and helps regulate the metabolism. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tofu contains isoflavones and so helps reduce the risk of cancer, especially prostate, breast and endometrial cancers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please note that the Written Chinese team are not medical or TCM professionals and we recommend consulting your health provider for advice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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