The minor snow solar term is approaching, and these “black foods” help tonify the kidneys, dispel internal heat, protect the skin, to have a warm winter
In the blink of an eye, it has been half a month since the solar term of Lidong has passed. Although we can clearly feel the change in weather and the drop in temperature, we are still far from the real cold weather. Soon, we will usher in the minor snow solar term, and the real cold is probably about to arrive. Although there are heaters in the south and air conditioning in the north, no one can guarantee to stay indoors all the time, so we must prepare for cold protection and warmth.
Winter itself is a season prone to internal heat. Mainly because there is very little moisture in the air, and the most vulnerable organ in the body—the kidneys—cannot withstand even a little cold. So, it is easy to get injured carelessly. Moreover, many people who work outdoors for a long time may experience frostbite on the skin. To have a healthy “warm winter,” the following “black foods” are excellent choices.
Black Food 1, Black Soybeans
There are many types of beans, but each type has significantly different effects. Although all have certain kidney-replenishing effects, black soybeans are the best. They have certain nourishing effects on the heart, liver, spleen, lungs, and kidneys. Also, the protein content in them is the highest among all foods, even surpassing meat. Black is related to the kidneys, so it can strengthen the kidneys from the root. They can be consumed by making soy milk or adding a few to porridge while ensuring not to eat too many in a day, keeping it around 15 beans is sufficient.
Black Food 2, Mushrooms
Mushrooms are a natural delicacy bestowed upon humanity by nature, they can be eaten almost all year round and have various methods of preservation. For the elderly who are prone to fractures in winter, they can strengthen bones. For women who have cold hands and feet, it can promote blood circulation, keeping the whole winter warm. Also, there is no need to worry about gaining weight by eating too many as they have very low calories and fat content.
Black Food 3, Black Sesame Seeds
Many people are aware that consuming black sesame seeds can nourish the hair, making it black and shiny. In fact, it can also delay the aging process of body cells. Winter is a high-risk season for stroke and various vascular diseases due to insufficient vascular elasticity and poor blood circulation. Black sesame seeds can effectively protect blood vessels, prevent sudden conditions, and also protect the skin, providing a stronger ability to resist cold.
Black Food 4, Black Rice
Black rice is not commonly seen in daily life, and it may be relatively expensive, but its nutritional components are incomparable to other staple foods. For example, the flavonoid active substances are nearly 6 times that of white rice, proving beneficial for softening blood vessels, promoting gastrointestinal digestion, and importantly nourishing the kidneys and regulating the spleen.
