The five most important foods to eat in autumn

　　Lotus root is the first choice for moisturizing dryness

　　Lotus is a treasure, and autumn lotus root is the most nourishing. The air is dry after autumn, making people easily irritable and restless. At this time, you should eat more refreshing and moisturizing foods to eliminate autumn dryness, such as pears, sugar cane, white fungus, chrysanthemum, duck meat, rabbit meat, etc., among which lotus root is the first choice.

　　Lotus root appetizers, clears away heat, moistens dryness and quenches thirst, clears the mind and calms the mind. It is rich in trace elements such as iron and calcium, plant protein, vitamins and starch. It has obvious effects of benefiting blood and qi, and can also enhance human immunity.

　　The consumption method of lotus root is "appropriate for both raw and cooked foods". Eaten raw as a fruit, it tastes sweet and refreshing to the lungs ； Steamed with glutinous rice and honey, it becomes pink and transparent, soft, glutinous and moist. It is a delicious autumn side dish. ； Stewed with pork ribs, it strengthens the spleen and appetizers and is rich in nutrients. It is suitable for people with weak spleen and stomach to nourish and maintain health.

　　Almonds are the first choice for nourishing the lungs

　　Carrots, almonds, dried ginger and pears are effective in treating coughs without seeking medical attention. According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the internal organs of the year correspond to each other, and autumn belongs to the lungs. After the beginning of autumn is the best time to nourish the lungs, replenish the lungs or treat lung diseases. Lung-tonifying foods include white fungus, lily, pig lung, persimmon, loquat, water chestnut, etc. Among them, the best of the season has to be almonds. There are two types of almonds: sweet almonds and bitter almonds. Sweet almonds are more effective in nourishing and replenishing the lungs.

　　"Compendium of Materia Medica" lists the three major functions of almonds: moistening the lungs, clearing away food accumulation, and dispersing stagnation. Almonds are rich in protein, trace elements and vitamins. It has the effects of moistening the lungs, relieving coughs, and smoothing the intestines. It has a certain alleviation effect on dry cough without phlegm and long-term cough due to lung deficiency.

　　It is best to make porridge with almonds and barley in a ratio of 1:5 and drink it when it is warm.； Stewing soup with pig lungs also has a nourishing and soothing effect. Of course, you can also eat some roasted almonds as a snack. Sweet almonds and roasted large almonds can be purchased in supermarkets and farmers' markets. Bitter almonds are generally sold in traditional Chinese medicine stores and should be taken under the guidance of a doctor.

　　Honey is the first choice for nourishing yin

　　Salt water in the morning, honey soup in the evening. Entering autumn, maintaining the "Yin Qi" in the body should be the top priority. There are also many foods that nourish yin, such as loach, sesame seeds, walnuts, glutinous rice, milk, peanuts, fresh yams, ginkgo, pears, red dates, etc. The most representative one is honey. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that honey has the effects of nourishing yin and moisturizing dryness, moistening the lungs, laxative, detoxifying, nourishing the spleen, and pleasing color, so it has the reputation of "the essence of a hundred flowers". Honey is a very good energy supplement and has a significant effect on relieving fatigue.

　　Honey can be mixed directly into warm water for drinking, or mixed with freshly squeezed juice. Dig out the core of the snow pear, pour honey in it, cover it and steam it until it is cooked, which can replenish the deficiency of lung yin. It is also good to add honey to cold dishes such as tomatoes and tomatoes ； Honey can also be mixed with seasonal fruits for a delicious taste.

　　The first choice for polyacid Grape

　　Honey moistens the intestines and increases longevity, grapes add beauty and youthfulness. “"Less pungent and increase acidity" is one of the most important principles of traditional Chinese medicine nutrition regarding autumn diet. To be more sour in autumn, you should eat more sour fruits, such as oranges, hawthorns, green apples, etc., and eat less sweet watermelons, muskmelons, etc.

　　The grapes that are now on the market in large quantities are just good "sour" fruits. Grapes replenish qi and blood, produce fluids and quench thirst, strengthen the spleen and diuresis. Eating more in early autumn can also help the body detoxify and relieve internal heat. Red grapes can soften blood vessels, activate blood circulation and remove blood clots, so cardiovascular patients may wish to eat more. White grapes have the effect of moisturizing the lungs and are suitable for cough , People with poor respiratory system should eat it. Green grapes focus on clearing away heat and detoxifying. Purple grapes are rich in anthocyanins, which can beautify and anti-aging. Black grapes are more effective in nourishing yin and nourishing the kidneys. Grapes are best eaten whole. Grapes can also be boiled with fermented fermented rice, sugared osmanthus, etc. to make fermented fermented grape soup. ； It’s also good to add some when cooking sweet porridge. In addition, the homemade home-brew wine is also delicious and natural.

　　Lily is the first choice for soothing the nerves

　　In autumn, due to the dry climate and lack of moisture in the air, people often experience dry mouth and nose, constant thirst, and skin Dryness, even dryness of the lungs and cough. Lily has the functions of moistening the lungs, relieving coughs, clearing the heart and calming the nerves, etc., making it a top food in autumn.

　　Lily is sweet, slightly bitter, and neutral in nature. It is rich in nutrients, including protein, vitamins, carotene and some special active ingredients, such as starch, polysaccharides, pectin and various alkaloids, and has certain effects on inhibiting the proliferation of cancer cells.

　　The best way to eat it is to make porridge. Lily can be eaten in many ways. It can be eaten as dishes, such as fried lily with celery and fried beef with lily. These are all delicacies. ； You can also make porridge. For example, make lily porridge with lily and glutinous rice, and add a little rock sugar. It is not only delicious, but also soothing and helpful for sleep. ； Lily, lotus seeds and red dates can also be cooked into a soup, which can nourish and soothe the mind. The best combination is almonds. Almonds have the effect of moistening the lungs and relieving coughs, clearing the heart and calming the nerves. Porridge with lilies is suitable for patients who are weak after illness and have dry coughs.