Cistanche Deserticola Is Known As Desert Ginseng. What Are The Rules For Soaking And Drinking It? Can Minors Drink It?
Jun 03, 2024
In the desert area of the northwest, there is a precious plant known as "desert ginseng" - Cistanche deserticola (Dayun). It is a famous ingredient, with thick meat and a mixed taste of grass, wood, and sweetness.
It is a succulent stem of the genus Cistanche in the family Lewandaceae, mainly distributed in Inner Mongolia, Ningxia, Gansu, Qinghai, and Xinjiang. Cistanche deserticola and Tubular Cistanche deserticola have extremely high medicinal value. They enter the kidney and large intestine meridians. The Compendium of Materia Medica records that Cistanche deserticola "is a nourishing but not severe substance, so it is called Cistanche deserticola" and "it is warm but can moisten, replenish but not dry, smooth but not diarrhea".
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It has the effects of tonifying kidney yang, benefiting essence and blood, moistening the intestines, and defecating. Traditionally, it is used for kidney yang deficiency, deficiency of essence and blood, impotence, infertility, soreness of the waist and knees, weakness of muscles and bones, and constipation due to intestinal dryness, It is the most frequently used tonifying kidney yang medicine in history. Modern pharmacological research shows that Cistanche deserticola has many effects such as improving sexual function, anti-aging, improving learning and memory ability, anti-Alzheimer's disease, defecation, etc. It is widely used in clinical prescriptions of Chinese medicine, traditional Chinese patent medicines, and simple preparations and health care products.
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The main chemical components of Cistanche deserticola are phenylethanoid glycosides, iridoids, and their glycosides, lignans, and polysaccharides. Modern pharmacological studies have shown that phenylethanoid glycosides are the most important active substances in Cistanche deserticola, and have obvious anti-Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, myocardial ischemia, and other effects.
The medicinal value of Cistanche deserticola is high, and its edible value is not inferior. Among the methods of consuming Cistanche deserticola, soaking in water is the simplest and most effective. Especially for many male friends, soaking water in Cistanche deserticola can have a significant effect.
So the question is, what is the correct way to soak Cistanche deserticola in water?
1. Soaking water temperature
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The selection of water temperature is particularly crucial when soaking in water. The various nutrients contained in Cistanche deserticola, such as alkaloids, phenylethanol glycosides, lignin, amino acids, polysaccharides, etc., require high water temperature to be effectively released.
Therefore, it is recommended to use boiling water for brewing to ensure that the active ingredients in Cistanche deserticola can be fully dissolved in water.
If using Cistanche deserticola to make wine, you need to choose a high alcohol content with an alcohol content of 50 degrees or more.
2. Using containers
Metal utensils can easily react poorly with the ingredients in Cistanche deserticola, so do not use metal utensils. It is best to use a glass to soak.
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3. The correct way to soak and drink water
First, cut the Cistanche into thin slices or small pieces, which helps to release nutrients. Then, put the Cistanche deserticola into a cup, add an appropriate amount of boiling water, cover the lid of the cup, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
During this process, the color of Cistanche deserticola will gradually penetrate the water, forming a warm and fragrant drink.
It is worth noting that an adult should not consume more than 5 grams per day, otherwise it may lead to excessive heat. For better results, you can put the Cistanche deserticola in a pot and boil it for 5 to 10 minutes.
4. Precautions for drinking water
Although there are many benefits to drinking water soaked in Cistanche deserticola, not everyone is suitable for drinking Cistanche deserticola water. Especially for minors, their bodies are in a critical stage of growth and development, and the properties of Cistanche deserticola may affect their normal development, so it is not advisable to consume Cistanche deserticola.
In addition, people with yin deficiency and excessive fire should also avoid consuming Cistanche deserticola, as it may exacerbate body heat and cause discomfort. For pregnant and lactating women, it is also recommended to consume with caution under the guidance of a doctor.
5. How to choose a high-quality Cistanche deserticola?
When purchasing Cistanche deserticola in the market, we should choose products with uniform color, no odor, and dry and sturdy texture. In addition, the origin is also an important factor to consider, as high-quality Cistanche deserticola mostly grows in high-altitude desert areas such as Inner Xinjiang.
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6. Can soak Cistanche be eaten?
The answer is yes. Although a large amount of nutrients will dissolve in water after soaking in water, Cistanche deserticola also contains some insoluble substances. Therefore, if you are afraid of waste, soaked Cistanche deserticola can also be eaten. However, Cistanche deserticola tastes sweet and bitter. If you are not used to eating it, you can choose not to eat it.
In short, Cistanche deserticola is a very nutritious food. Everyone should learn some common knowledge about it to better utilize it, fully utilize its nutritional value, and maintain physical health.
