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Guo Rongjuan: Good Sleep is a Remedy; Treating Insomnia Requires Harmonizing Mind and Body
On July 4th, the first batch of entries for the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Science Popularization Standard Knowledge Base, organized by the China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, was released at the Xinhua Media Creative Workshop in Beijing. Guo Rongjuan, Deputy Party Secretary of Dongfang Hospital, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, interpreted the entry on "Insomnia" during the event. Deputy Party Secretary Guo Rongjuan of Dongfang Hospital, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine What constitutes good sleep? According to Guo Rongjuan, good sleep involves falling asleep quickly, deep and restful sleep with deep and long breathing, no nighttime awakenings, quick awakening in the morning, and abundant energy. How long should one sleep? The amount of sleep that ensures a person wakes up feeling refreshed and energetic is the most suitable for them. It is recommended that normal adults sleep for 6-8 hours per night, while children and adolescents should sleep for no less than 9 hours. Guo Rongjuan noted that good sleep should restore a healthy sleep structure for patients, which is an advantage of TCM treatment. For example, while sleeping pills may enable someone to sleep for 6-7 hours, this kind of sleep disrupts the natural sleep structure, leaving one…... -
Baiyun Mountains: A Majestic Natural Garden
This mesmerizing park boasts scenic peaks, drifting clouds, cascading waterfalls, dense forests, and deep valleys. Baiyun Mountains Scenic Area is located in an old-growth forest in the south of Songxian County of Luoyang City in central China’s Henan Province, covering an area of 168 square kilometers. Nestled in the transitional area between a warm temperate zone and northern subtropics, Baiyun Mountains have an average altitude of 1,800 meters, and its highest temperature in summer does not exceed 26oC.It is also rich in flora and fauna, with more than 200 animal species and nearly 2,000 plants. More than 98.5 percent of the area is covered in forests. This scenic area also traverses three large river basins of the Yangtze River, the Yellow River, and the Huaihe River, presenting a range of natural landscapes. There are a total of 37 hills which lie 1,500 meters above sea level, including the 2,216-meter-high Yuhuang Peak — the highest summit in the Baiyun Mountains Scenic Area. The summit is one of the best spots to enjoy views of incredible sunrise and the drifting sea of clouds at the park.Baiyun Mountains scenic area has five major sightseeing attractions, including Baiyun Peak, Yuhuang Peak, Jijiao Hill, Nine Dragons Falls,…... -
First ski resort in SW China’s Xizang opens
People ski at the first ski resort of Xizang in Lhalung Village, Maizhokunggar County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Jan. 13, 2024. The vast land of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region celebrated the opening of its first ski resort this snow season, with the resort established at an elevation of 4,500 meters just 120 km away from the Lhasa city center. ( tasteallchina /Jigme Dorje) Skiing fans pose for a photo at the first ski resort of Xizang in Lhalung Village, Maizhokunggar County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Jan. 13, 2024. The vast land of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region celebrated the opening of its first ski resort this snow season, with the resort established at an elevation of 4,500 meters just 120 km away from the Lhasa city center. ( tasteallchina /Jigme Dorje) An aerial drone photo taken on Jan. 13, 2024 shows the first ski resort of Xizang in Lhalung Village, Maizhokunggar County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. The vast land of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region celebrated the opening of its first ski resort this snow season, with the resort established at an elevation of 4,500 meters just 120 km away from the Lhasa city center. (…... -
Lily Cooking Methods Comprehensive Guide
The lily has effects such as moistening the lungs and stopping coughs, soothing the heart and calming the mind, and beautifying the face. It is a vegetable with high nutritional value, containing high amounts of sugar and few coarse fibers, with delicate flesh and other beneficial components. Due to its high nutritional value, it is quite popular in the culinary world. So, how can lilies be prepared to taste good? Below, I have compiled some methods for cooking lilies and will tell you how to eat them.Lily Fried BeefIngredients PreparationLily, beef, snow peas, red pepper, salt, chicken essence, garlic, starch, soy sauce, white pepper, cooking oil.Method Steps1. Cut the beef into thin slices and marinate with soy sauce, white pepper, cooking oil, starch, and salt for 15 minutes by mixing well; 2. Wash the snow peas and red pepper and cut into pieces; mince the garlic, and prepare the lilies in advance; 3. Prepare a small bowl, add an appropriate amount of soy sauce, chicken essence, salt, and starch to make a thickener; 4. Heat oil in a pan and sauté minced garlic before adding the marinated beef and stir-fry until it is 60% cooked, then add the snow peas…... -
Jing’an Ponkan
Basic Introduction to Jing'an Ponkan"Jing'an Ponkan" is a specialty of Jing'an County, Jiangxi Province. It is certified as a pollution-free food and green food by the state, a famous agricultural product in Jiangxi Province, and a national geographical indication product. It is characterized by compact plant type, early fruiting period, beautiful fruit shape, bright color, crisp flesh, sweet taste, late maturity, and good storability. It is known as the "Far Eastern King of Oranges." Similar to the pomelo, the Jing'an ponkan stands out with its uniform size, full moisture content, beautiful appearance, and excellent storability. Nutritional ValueIt contains proteins, sugars, inorganic salts, vitamins, over ten essential amino acids for the human body, and various minerals, especially corniculin, vitamin C, vitamin P, and carotene, making it a precious fruit for health and wellness. It has been cherished as the "Holy Fruit of Vitamin C." The vitamin C and citric acid in ponkan can beautify the skin and alleviate fatigue, respectively. Regular consumption can lower cholesterol levels in the human body, eliminate residual harmful substances, and promote overall health. Product CharacteristicsSensory Features: High, flat, and round-shaped, with an intact peduncle, bright orange (or yellow) color, smooth and delicate skin, a thickness of…... -
Kang County Persimmon Cakes
Basic Introduction to Kang County Persimmon CakesPersimmon cakes are made from green persimmons that have been peeled, dehydrated, and processed to remove bitterness. They are produced using traditional sun-drying methods combined with modern machine drying techniques. Rich in fructose, glucose, natural organic acids, manganese, calcium, vitamins, and more, persimmon cakes not only retain the original nutritional components of persimmons but also have an enhanced flavor. They are one of the essential dried fruits for festive occasions. Nutritional ValuePersimmons are highly nutritious and contain rich amounts of sucrose, glucose, fructose, protein, carotene, vitamin C, cucurbitacin, iodine, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc.Persimmons are rich in pectin, a water-soluble dietary fiber that has excellent laxative effects and is beneficial for maintaining healthy gut flora. Historical FolkloreAccording to legend, after Zu Yi moved from Geng to Xing, he established his capital there and granted the territory of Geng to his younger brother Zu Bing, who became the ruler of the state of Geng. The descendants of the Geng clan venerated Zu Bing as their ancestor. To commemorate this ancestor, on the fifth day of the twelfth lunar month, which is Zu Bing's birthday, persimmon cakes (which sound like "thinking of Bing") are offered during…...
Chinese Food
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Lily Cooking Methods Comprehensive Guide
The lily has effects such as moistening the lungs and stopping coughs, soothing the heart and calming the mind, and beautifying the face. It is a vegetable with high nutritional value, containing high amounts of sugar and few coarse fibers, with delicate flesh and other beneficial components. Due to its high nutritional value, it is quite popular in the culinary world. So, how can lilies be prepared to taste good? Below, I have compiled some methods for cooking lilies and will tell you how to eat them.Lily Fried BeefIngredients PreparationLily, beef, snow peas, red pepper, salt, chicken essence, garlic, starch, soy sauce, white pepper, cooking oil.Method Steps1. Cut the beef into thin slices and marinate with soy sauce, white pepper, cooking oil, starch, and salt for 15 minutes by mixing well; 2. Wash the snow peas and red pepper and cut into pieces; mince the garlic, and prepare the lilies in advance; 3. Prepare a small bowl, add an appropriate amount of soy sauce, chicken essence, salt, and starch to make a thickener; 4. Heat oil in a pan and sauté minced garlic before adding the marinated beef and stir-fry until it is 60% cooked, then add the snow peas… -
Pork Intestine Fish
I had a Spicy Fresh Pepper Fish yesterday, and I felt it wasn't as tasty as the Fish Brook Fish I had last time. Next time I plan to make it at home. Coincidentally, I'm in the mood for pork intestine, so I'll make Pork Intestine Fish in a few days. This dish is a famous Sichuan cuisine, and if you want to learn, here are the detailed steps.Method One for Pork Intestine FishIngredients Preparation250 grams of cooked pork intestine segments, 250 grams of carp meat, 100 grams of mung bean sprouts, 20 grams of Sichuan pepper, 30 grams of Lao Gan Ma chili sauce, 10 grams of dark soy sauce, 10 grams of Pixian broad bean paste, 10 grams of sugar, 5 grams of white pepper powder, 5 grams of chicken powder, 30 grams of red oil, 500 grams of broth, 10 grams of ginger slices, 10 grams of small scallions, 50 grams of garlic, 10 grams of cooking wine, 5 grams of cilantro, 10 grams of dried chili threads, 30 grams of onion, 30 grams of green and red peppers, 30 grams of leek, 5 grams of sesame seeds, 10 grams of minced garlic.Steps1. Heat a wok with… -
Clam Meat Recipes
When it comes to clams, many might recall a certain text from school, but the delicious taste of clam meat is also well-known. Clams can be prepared in various ways, and to enjoy even more delicious clams, let's learn a few recipes. Wine-Steamed Clam Meat Recipe Ingredients: Clams, white wine, ginger, dried chili peppers, garlic, scallions, butter, water. Steps: 1. Place the clams in a basin and sprinkle with a little salt or sesame oil to help them expel any sand, then rinse them under running water. 2. Slice the ginger and garlic, and cut the chilies into segments. 3. Heat a small amount of cooking oil in a pot, add the ginger, garlic, and chilies, and sauté until fragrant. 4. Add the clams and immediately pour in the white wine. 5. The alcohol will heat up, evaporate, and ignite, removing the fishy smell from the clams. 6. Then add an appropriate amount of hot water and cook for a short while. Tips: The wine can also be replaced with spirits. If the clams don't expel their sand, you can blanch them for about 20 seconds. Clam Meat Steamed Egg Recipe Ingredients: Clams, eggs, cooking wine, chicken essence, salt, ginger,… -
Home-Style Stir-Fried Green Beans
Green beans, also known as yardlong beans, are one of the vegetables abundant in summer. Their pods are long and tube-like, crisp yet tender, and commonly come in white or green varieties. Young pods are thick and fleshy, crispy when stir-fried, and can also be blanched for salads or pickling. Green beans contain various vitamins and minerals. Let's explore some home-style methods for stir-frying green beans.Eggplant Stir-Fried with Green BeansMain IngredientsGreen beans, eggplantSecondary IngredientsOil, oyster sauce, garlic, red chili peppers, soy sauce, saltPreparation Steps1. Prepare all ingredients: wash the eggplant and cut into strips; clean the green beans, remove the tough strings, and cut into 8 cm lengths; slice the red chilies and chop the garlic.2. Pour a generous amount of oil into a wok, heat to about 70% hot, then add the eggplant and fry until softened.3. Remove the eggplant and drain off the oil. Continue by frying the green beans until their surface wrinkles and they are cooked through, then remove and drain the oil.4. Discard excess oil, leaving a little in the wok. Add the red chili peppers and garlic slices and stir-fry to release their fragrance.5. Add the fried eggplant and green beans, stir-fry with oyster… -
How to Make Delicious Cantonese-style Bacon
During the cold winter months, most families in our country will make bacon and sausages. Naturally, the taste of bacon and sausages varies by region. Among them, Sichuan and Cantonese styles are more widely known and preferred. A few days ago, I made Sichuan-style bacon; today, let's explore how to make delicious Cantonese-style bacon.How to Make Delicious Five-Spice Cantonese-style BaconIngredients Preparation600 grams pork belly, 25 grams light soy sauce, 20 grams dark soy sauce, 10 grams sugar, 10 grams salt, 15 grams rice wine, 2 star anise, ginger julienne, appropriate amount of Sichuan pepper, and cassia bark.Method Steps1. Wash the pork belly and drain it, then place it in a basin and add rice wine.2. Add sugar, salt, ginger julienne, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, star anise, Sichuan pepper, etc., mix well, cover, and refrigerate for 12 hours.3. Thread the meat with string and hang it in a cool, ventilated area to air-dry for about 10 days.How to Make Delicious Home-Style Cantonese-style BaconIngredients Preparation10 catties pork belly, appropriate amount of ginger, 2 liang salt, appropriate amount of light soy sauce, appropriate amount of chicken essence, 2 liang Fenjiu, 1 liang white granulated sugar.Method Steps1. Cut the pork belly into… -
Chestnut Braised Pork
The most common way to enjoy chestnuts is probably through stir-fried chestnuts, which can often be found in the streets and alleys of many places. Chestnuts can also be used in traditional Chinese medicine and, after cooking, can be made into medicinal dishes. Here, we introduce a dish that can replenish vital energy, nourish the skin, and improve complexion: Chestnut Braised Pork.Method 1 for Chestnut Braised PorkIngredients Preparation500 grams of pork belly, around 10 chestnuts, scallions, ginger, Sichuan pepper, star anise, salt, rock sugar, cooking wine, and dark soy sauce.Steps1. Wash the pork belly and blanch it; set aside.2. Pour enough hot water over the pork belly to cover it completely. Bring the water to a boil, then simmer.3. Make a cut on each chestnut, then place them in boiling water and cook for two to three minutes. Quickly transfer them to cold water and peel off both the outer shell and inner skin along the cut.4. After the pork has been simmering for half an hour, add the peeled chestnuts and continue to simmer for another fifteen to twenty minutes. Add an appropriate amount of rock sugar and stir evenly. Season with a little salt and you're done.TipsDo not…
China Travel Guide
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Baiyun Mountains: A Majestic Natural Garden
This mesmerizing park boasts scenic peaks, drifting clouds, cascading waterfalls, dense forests, and deep valleys. Baiyun Mountains Scenic Area is located in an old-growth forest in the south of Songxian County of Luoyang City in central China’s Henan Province, covering an area of 168 square kilometers. Nestled in the transitional area between a warm temperate zone and northern subtropics, Baiyun Mountains have an average altitude of 1,800 meters, and its highest temperature in summer does not exceed 26oC.It is also rich in flora and fauna, with more than 200 animal species and nearly 2,000 plants. More than 98.5 percent of the area is covered in forests. This scenic area also traverses three large river basins of the Yangtze River, the Yellow River, and the Huaihe River, presenting a range of natural landscapes. There are a total of 37 hills which lie 1,500 meters above sea level, including the 2,216-meter-high Yuhuang Peak — the highest summit in the Baiyun Mountains Scenic Area. The summit is one of the best spots to enjoy views of incredible sunrise and the drifting sea of clouds at the park.Baiyun Mountains scenic area has five major sightseeing attractions, including Baiyun Peak, Yuhuang Peak, Jijiao Hill, Nine Dragons Falls,… -
First ski resort in SW China’s Xizang opens
People ski at the first ski resort of Xizang in Lhalung Village, Maizhokunggar County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Jan. 13, 2024. The vast land of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region celebrated the opening of its first ski resort this snow season, with the resort established at an elevation of 4,500 meters just 120 km away from the Lhasa city center. ( tasteallchina /Jigme Dorje) Skiing fans pose for a photo at the first ski resort of Xizang in Lhalung Village, Maizhokunggar County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Jan. 13, 2024. The vast land of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region celebrated the opening of its first ski resort this snow season, with the resort established at an elevation of 4,500 meters just 120 km away from the Lhasa city center. ( tasteallchina /Jigme Dorje) An aerial drone photo taken on Jan. 13, 2024 shows the first ski resort of Xizang in Lhalung Village, Maizhokunggar County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. The vast land of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region celebrated the opening of its first ski resort this snow season, with the resort established at an elevation of 4,500 meters just 120 km away from the Lhasa city center. (… -
People visit China (Harbin) Forest Museum
People visit the China (Harbin) Forest Museum in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, March 21, 2024. The World Forest Day falls on March 21. ( tasteallchina /Xie Jianfei) People visit the China (Harbin) Forest Museum in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, March 21, 2024. The World Forest Day falls on March 21. ( tasteallchina /Xie Jianfei) This photo taken on March 21, 2024 shows an exterior view of the China (Harbin) Forest Museum in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. The World Forest Day falls on March 21. ( tasteallchina /Xie Jianfei) People visit the China (Harbin) Forest Museum in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, March 21, 2024. The World Forest Day falls on March 21. ( tasteallchina /Xie Jianfei) People visit the China (Harbin) Forest Museum in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, March 21, 2024. The World Forest Day falls on March 21. ( tasteallchina /Xie Jianfei) A tourist takes photos of butterfly specimens at the China (Harbin) Forest Museum in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, March 21, 2024. The World Forest Day falls on March 21. ( tasteallchina /Xie Jianfei) People visit the China (Harbin) Forest Museum in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, March 21, 2024. The World Forest… -
Ethnic tourism invigorates S China’s Sanjiang
Tourists enjoy banquets in Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Liuzhou City of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Jan. 28, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Hu Xingyu) As the Spring Festival approaches, staff members in local scenic spots and residents in hamlets of Sanjiang are busy rehearsing traditional songs and dances to welcome visitors. In recent years, Sanjiang has been actively promoting the integrated development of culture and tourism industries. The county attracted 9.01 million tourists last year, with a revenue of 9.6 billion yuan (about 1.34 billion U.S. dollars). Performers sing songs of Dong ethnic group to welcome tourists in Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Liuzhou City of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Jan. 28, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Hu Xingyu) Villagers play lusheng, a reed-pipe wind instrument, at a scenic spot in Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Liuzhou City of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Jan. 28, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Huang Xiaobang) Villagers practise songs of Dong ethnic group in Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Liuzhou City of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Jan. 28, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Huang Xiaobang) Performers sing songs of Dong ethnic group to welcome tourists in Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Liuzhou City of south China's Guangxi Zhuang… -
Giant snowman becomes yearly landmark of NE China’s Harbin
This aerial photo taken on Dec. 17, 2023 shows a giant snowman in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. The giant snowman, about 18 meters in height and made with some 2,000 cubic meters of snow, becomes a yearly landmark of Harbin. (Photo by Liu Yang/ tasteallchina ) Tourists pose for a selfie with a giant snowman in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Dec. 17, 2023. The giant snowman, about 18 meters in height and made with some 2,000 cubic meters of snow, becomes a yearly landmark of Harbin. (Photo by Liu Yang/ tasteallchina ) This aerial photo taken on Dec. 17, 2023 shows a giant snowman in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. The giant snowman, about 18 meters in height and made with some 2,000 cubic meters of snow, becomes a yearly landmark of Harbin. (Photo by Liu Yang/ tasteallchina ) This aerial photo taken on Dec. 17, 2023 shows a giant snowman in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. The giant snowman, about 18 meters in height and made with some 2,000 cubic meters of snow, becomes a yearly landmark of Harbin. (Photo by Liu Yang/ tasteallchina ) This aerial photo taken on Dec. 17, 2023 shows a giant snowman… -
In pics: Meiling national forest park in Nanchang, E China
People visit Meiling national forest park in Nanchang, east China's Jiangxi Province, Nov. 20, 2023. ( tasteallchina /Wan Xiang) This aerial photo taken on Nov. 20, 2023 shows a view of Meiling national forest park in Nanchang, capital of east China's Jiangxi Province. ( tasteallchina /Wan Xiang) People visit Meiling national forest park in Nanchang, east China's Jiangxi Province, Nov. 20, 2023. ( tasteallchina /Wan Xiang) This aerial photo taken on Nov. 20, 2023 shows a view of Meiling national forest park in Nanchang, capital of east China's Jiangxi Province. ( tasteallchina /Wan Xiang) This aerial photo taken on Nov. 20, 2023 shows a view of Meiling national forest park in Nanchang, capital of east China's Jiangxi Province. ( tasteallchina /Wan Xiang) People visit Meiling national forest park in Nanchang, east China's Jiangxi Province, Nov. 20, 2023. ( tasteallchina /Wan Xiang)
