Cooling down

Persistently catching a flu or feeling under the weather? It may be a sign of your body being out of balance. Here are 10 tips from TCM experts that’ll help to solve your ailments.1. Repay sleep debtsIf you’re always feeling lethargic and cranky, chances are that you lack sleep and are running on overdrive. Not only should you snooze for at least 7 hours, TCM experts advise that you should go to bed at 10.30pm.This is because the period from 11pm to 1am. is when your body (especially your liver) recalibrates and repairs itself, and it can only happen when you’re in deep sleep.2. Ditch the iceWhile cooling down with a chilled drink is a reflex action in the unrelenting Singapore weather, it can have devastating consequences, according to TCM.When your body temperature is suddenly lowered, a signal is sent to block your pores, hence trapping heat within. Which means your body will not cool down appropriately. Try drinking warm or room-temperature water instead to prevent drastic changes in body temperature.3. Give it sunshineBought too many clothes at a sale and ended up stashing them into the deep recesses of your cupboard? Well, you might want to bring them out…

Red beans, also known as adzuki beans, are a common ingredient that can be used in various dishes. During the hot summer months, cooking up a bowl of red bean soup is perfect for cooling down. A combination of red beans and job's tears (coix seed) in a soup can help with sleep, calm the mind, and also clear heat and reduce internal fire. Red beans are good for the heart, while carp provides nourishing warmth; making a red bean carp soup in winter is both nutritious and delicious.Health Benefits and Effects of Red Beans1. Red beans contain saponins, which can stimulate the intestines and have diuretic effects.2. Rich in dietary fiber, red beans can help with bowel movements, lower blood pressure and lipids, and regulate blood sugar levels. They are also a good choice for those looking to lose weight.3. Red beans are rich in folic acid and can promote lactation, making them suitable for nursing mothers.4. Red beans have a sweet and slightly acidic taste and are neutral in nature. They have blood-nourishing, pus-dispersing, swelling-reducing, and detoxifying effects.Red Beans with Tangerine PeelIngredients NeededMain Ingredients: 250g red beans, 10g tangerine peel. Additional Ingredients: rock sugar.Cooking Method1. Soak the beans…