Nutrition

Basic Introduction to Tan Village LoquatTan Village Loquat is mainly produced in three natural villages—Zhangtan, Miantan, and Yuutan—along the Xin'an River within the jurisdiction of She County. It is named after these three villages. The name "Three Tans" comes from the fact that these three villages are surrounded by mountains enclosing three large, deep water pools, which remain warm in winter and cool in summer, nestled among hills. As a result, "Tan Village Loquat" has been renowned both at home and abroad since ancient times. Nutritional ValueLoquat is a beneficial fruit suitable for people of all ages. There is a saying in folk circles: "Peaches from the Heavenly Queen Mother, loquats from the Three Tans on earth." Eating fresh loquat helps to quench thirst and stimulate saliva production, benefiting lungs and stomach health. Besides containing a high amount of fructose, it is also rich in vitamin B17, a nutrient known for its cancer-preventative properties. Before the invention of glucose injections, traditional Chinese medicine often used loquat juice to sustain the lives of those unable to eat, demonstrating the very high nutritional value of loquat. Product CharacteristicsThe characteristics of "Tan Village Loquat" include thin skin, thick flesh, sweet juice, abundant water…

Basic Introduction to Zhenghe Sweet ChestnutZhenghe Sweet Chestnut is a specialty of Zhenghe County, Nanping City, Fujian Province. It is a regionally competitive industry in Zhenghe County, with strong adaptability and resistance, as well as high yield, stable production, and longevity. It is an industry that benefits for a hundred years after one planting, and the people of Zhenghe County refer to sweet chestnuts as the "money tree." Nutritional ValueAccording to "Compendium of Materia Medica," sweet chestnuts have effects such as tonifying the kidneys and qi, treating paralysis of the legs and feet, diarrhea due to internal cold, and promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis.1. Sweet chestnuts are rich in unsaturated fatty acids, calcium, iron, and other minerals, as well as B vitamins, which can help prevent hypertension, coronary heart disease, arteriosclerosis, and osteoporosis in the elderly.2. The riboflavin component in sweet chestnuts has a good therapeutic effect on common oral ulcers.3. Sweet chestnuts contain a large amount of carbohydrates, which can promote the metabolism of fats in the body, provide heat to the body, protect against winter cold entering the stomach, and have the effect of strengthening the spleen and nourishing the stomach.4. Sweet chestnuts are rich in vitamin…

Basic Introduction of Kongshan Walnut Kongshan Walnut is a specialty product of Tongjiang County and a geographical indication product of China. The "Kongshan Walnut" is rich in linoleic acid, linolenic acid, amino acids, vitamins, etc., and is characterized by its thin shell, thick meat, high oil content, and aromatic nutrition. It has a planting history of over 1,500 years in Tongjiang County, gradually forming 32 "Kongshan Walnut" demonstration bases with the town of Kongshan as the core. In 2012, the area planted with "Kongshan Walnuts" in Tongjiang County reached 120,000 mu (approx. 8,000 hectares), with an annual output of 1.8 million kilograms and a value of 100 million yuan. Nutritional Value The walnut can be called the "king" of antioxidants, with very high nutritional value. The American Dietetic Association recommends that people eat walnuts two to three times a week, especially middle-aged and elderly individuals and postmenopausal women. This is because the arginine, oleic acid, and antioxidants in walnuts are beneficial for protecting cardiovascular health, preventing coronary heart disease, stroke, and senile dementia. The beauty benefits of walnuts are extraordinary. For Beauty: If you regularly consume "Walnut Porridge" made by grinding walnut kernels into a powder and boiling it, it…

Basic Introduction to Wenlang Honey PomeloThe "Wenlang Honey Pomelo" of Huaiji is well-known for its sweet and refreshing taste, rich nutrition, tender flesh with plenty of juice, and strong honey flavor. It also has certain therapeutic effects on conditions such as spinal inflammation, abscesses, constipation, diabetes, and can help prevent arteriosclerosis and colon cancer, being called a green nutritional health food. The fruit is durable in storage, often referred to as "natural canned fruit," and is deeply loved by consumers. Nutritional ValueThe Wenlang Honey Pomelo contains over a dozen mineral nutrients including magnesium, calcium, copper, iron, aluminum, titanium, manganese, vanadium, phosphorus, and chlorine, especially high in magnesium, calcium, and copper compared to other fruits, having the function of regulating human metabolism. It has effects such as lowering blood pressure, calming the mind, clearing phlegm and moistening the lungs, aiding digestion and sobering up, reducing fire and promoting urination. Product CharacteristicsThe Wenlang Honey Pomelo is the most distinctive agricultural product of the local area, large and well-shaped, with a bright yellow color, neat and beautiful appearance; it has thin skin, crisp flesh, a strong honey flavor, and functions to sober up and refresh, clear heat and moisten the lungs. Preparation MethodGrapefruit…

The Tomato Ox Tail Soup is a delicacy made by cooking tomato with chopped ox tail. Not only is the Tomato Ox Tail Soup appetizing in color, aroma, and taste, but it also has high nutritional value and can help nourish the body. It is a preferred soup for winter meals.Method One of Making Tomato Ox Tail SoupIngredients Preparation1 ox tail, 500 grams of tomato paste, 100 grams of sugar, 20 grams of fine salt, a small amount of monosodium glutamate, 1 onion, 150 grams of carrot, 2 bay leaves, 200 grams of flour sauce, 150 grams of boiled turnip, 150 grams of canned peas, a small amount of celerySteps for Making Tomato Ox Tail Soup1. Remove the hair and miscellaneous items from the ox tail and wash it clean. Chop the onion and carrot; pick, wash, and cut the celery into segments.2. Place about 6,000 grams of water in a pot, add the ox tail, and boil on high heat. Then reduce to low heat, removing foam and other impurities. Add the onion, celery, carrot, and bay leaves and cook for 2-4 hours. Remember to replenish water as needed to maintain 4,000 grams of broth, continually skimming off the…

Green olive stir-fried green beans, using green olive and green beans as the main ingredients, have excellent nutritional value. The nutritional value of green beans is also good. The combination of these two ingredients makes a tasty and nutritious dish, which is favored by countless people.Steps for Cooking Green Olive Stir-fried Green BeansIngredients Needed300 grams of green beans, 2 cloves of garlic, 1 tablespoon of salt, 5 milliliters of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of green olive.Steps1. Wash the green beans and cut them into sections.2. Put oil in a pan, once hot, sauté the minced garlic.3. Place the drained green beans in the pan.4. Once the green beans change color, add 1 tablespoon of salt.5. Add a small amount of water, 1 large spoonful of green olive, then add a little soy sauce and stir-fry evenly.TipsGreen olive is already salty, so pay attention to how much salt you add. If it gets a bit dry during cooking, add a little water appropriately.How to Cook Nutritious Green Olive Stir-fried Green BeansIngredients NeededA handful of green beans, 2 tablespoons of green olive, garlic, salt, and monosodium glutamate (MSG).Steps1. After removing the ends and veins from the green beans, wash and chop them;…

The stir-fried tofu and meat is quite common in daily life, using tofu and pork as the main ingredients. Although pork is delicious, it is slightly cold in nature and has disinfecting properties, while tofu replenishes middle-Qi (vital energy). The combination of these two is rich in nutrition and good for skin, making it a popular home-style dish.Introduction to Making Stir-Fried Tofu and MeatIngredients NeededFirm tofu, pork, green and red chili peppers, garlic cloves, salt, soy sauce, starch water, sugar, oil.Cooking Steps1. Slice the pork, mix with salt, soy sauce, and sugar, then add a small amount of oil and marinate for 10 minutes.2. Remove the seeds from the green and red chilies and cut into pieces; peel the garlic and chop finely.3. Heat oil in a pan, once hot, add the pork slices and cook until done, then remove.4. Heat oil in the pan again, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, add the green and red chilies and stir-fry, then add the firm tofu and gently mix together.5. Add the cooked meat, soy sauce, sugar, and salt for seasoning, then thicken with starch water and serve.Tips for Delicious Stir-Fried Tofu and MeatIngredients Needed250 grams of pork, 3 pieces of…

I. Introduction In the long history of tea culture, dark tea shines like a brilliant pearl, emitting its unique charm. As one of the six major types of tea, dark tea has earned the affection of many tea enthusiasts with its profound heritage, rich nutrition, and diverse benefits. Drinking dark tea regularly not only brings us enjoyment in taste but also potentially offers numerous health benefits, perhaps even saving a significant amount on medical expenses in the future! Let's embark on a journey into the world of dark tea to appreciate its unique style. II. History and Heritage of Dark Tea The history of dark tea can be traced back to ancient times, originating from southwestern China before gradually spreading across the country and the world. Throughout its long history, dark tea has witnessed countless changes and carried people's aspirations for a better life. The production techniques of dark tea have been passed down through generations of tea makers, evolving into the exquisite and unique craft we see today. From picking mature leaves to undergoing processes such as withering, rolling, pile-fermentation, and drying, each step embodies the wisdom and dedication of tea makers. This inheritance of traditional techniques is not…

The black tiger shrimp is high in protein, low in fat, and has a delicious texture and rich nutrition. Its tolerance to low oxygen and high temperatures is a great benefit to us diners, meaning we can conveniently purchase fresh black tiger shrimp to cook our delicacies.Black Tiger Shrimp Recipe: Spicy ShrimpIngredients PreparationBlack tiger shrimp, cucumber, soybean sprouts, celery, scallions, ginger, garlic, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, bay leaves, doubanjiang (fermented broad bean and chili paste).Method Steps1. Remove the intestinal vein from the shrimp, clean them thoroughly, and set aside.2. Wash the cucumber and cut it into strips. Chop the scallions into sections, slice the ginger, flatten and peel the garlic, and rinse the soybean sprouts; set aside.3. Remove the leaves from the celery, cut the stalks into long strips, blanch them in boiling water, then cool down.4. Heat enough oil in a wok. Once hot, add the prepared shrimp and fry.5. When the shrimp turn golden and crispy, remove them, drain off the oil, and set aside.6. Leave some oil in the pan, add Sichuan peppercorns and star anise, stir-fry until fragrant, then add the doubanjiang and stir-fry until red oil appears.7. Add the scallions, ginger, and garlic, stir-fry, then…

Nutrition and physical activity are important parts of a healthy lifestyle when you have diabetes. Along with other benefits, following a healthy meal plan and being active can help you keep your blood glucose level, also called blood sugar, in your target range. To manage your blood glucose, you need to balance what you eat and drink with physical activity and diabetes medicine, if you take any. What you choose to eat, how much you eat, and when you eat are all important in keeping your blood glucose level in the range that your health care team recommends.Becoming more active and making changes in what you eat and drink can seem challenging at first. You may find it easier to start with small changes and get help from your family, friends, and health care team.Eating well and being physically active most days of the week can help youkeep your blood glucose level, blood pressure, and cholesterol in your target rangeslose weight or stay at a healthy weightprevent or delay diabetes problemsfeel good and have more energyWhat foods can I eat if I have diabetes?You may worry that having diabetes means going without foods you enjoy. The good news is that you can still…