3 Ingredients Help Reverse Aging and Radiate From the Inside Out
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Wolfberries, red dates, and ginseng improve skin texture and condition our bodies from within.
Say goodbye to expensive skin care products and complicated cosmetic surgeries. A proper daily diet can help you maintain youthfulness and delay aging. We recommend three traditional ingredients that have been used for thousands of years: wolfberries, red dates, and ginseng. These ingredients improve skin texture and condition our bodies from within.
In this respect, wolfberries (Lycium barbarum), red dates (jujube), and ginseng were widely used to regulate the body, improve vision, and enhance body immunity. In particular, ginseng was a precious medicinal material used by members of the royal families to prolong life.
Why are these three ingredients so highly acclaimed for their beauty and health effects?
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1. Wolfberry
Wolfberry (Lycium barbarum) is a precious tonic in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)—known as a longevity fruit. It has been used since ancient times to prolong life, nourish the kidneys and liver, and improve vision, making it ideal for people who want to slow down aging and keep their skin look youthful.Qiju Dihuang Pills
A renowned TCM prescription, Qiju Dihuang pills, is based on the well-known Liuwei Dihuang pills with added wolfberry and chrysanthemum.Qiju Dihuang pills are especially effective for people with dull skin and dark spots caused by kidney deficiency, as well as people who work with their eyes for extended periods, especially those with dark circles under their eyes. Wolfberries are particularly beneficial for those who look at computer and smartphone screens for extended periods.
Wolfberry Tea
Brew 10 grams of wolfberry in 500 ml of hot water for 10 minutes. Allow to cool before drinking.2. Red Dates
Red dates, also known as jujubes, are sweet and delicious and an essential ingredient for beauty and anti-aging. Red dates are rich in vitamins A, C, and B. TCM believes that red dates are natural vitamin sources. They can nourish the qi and blood and strengthen the stomach and spleen. They are especially suitable for those physically weak and have dark complexions. They can help restore rosiness and luster to the skin.Ganmai Jujube Soup
A popular TCM prescription called Ganmai Dazao decoction, which can be taken daily as a beverage, is a useful to regulate the mind, relieve anxiety, and stabilize mood. It is especially effective for people with poor skin and complexion caused by anxiety, insomnia, and stress.A friend of mine with chronic insomnia and anxiety, looked pale and had dry skin. I suggested she take one bowl of Ganmai Jujube soup every day and add red dates to her daily diet. Her skin regained its former radiance, and her mood became more stable as a result two months later.
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Ganmai Jujube Soup Recipe
Ingredients3 grams licorice
15 grams barley
10 red dates
Preparation:
Place ingredients into 600 ml water and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Makes one serving. Take once a day.
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3. Ginseng
Since ancient times, ginseng has been considered a sacred substance for replenishing qi. It is said to possesses other curative properties such as improving physical strength, immunity, anti-aging, and skin elasticity.Shenling Baizhu Powder
A TCM prescription called “Shenling Baizhu Powder,” is good for replenishing qi, strengthening the spleen, removing dampness, and nourishing the skin. It is particularly effective for people suffering qi deficiency which causes sagging skin, dark complexion, and indigestion.Shenling Baizhu powder was often part of the menu of ancient palace cuisine to regulate those with weak spleen and stomach, and insufficient qi and blood, helping them stay healthy and young.
One of my patients presented with sagging skin and poor digestion. I had him try Shenling Baizhu powder, together with ginseng chicken soup once a week. After three months, his mental and skin conditions greatly improved.
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Ginseng Chicken Soup
Ginseng can be cooked alone, in what is called the “lone ginseng soup,” or stewed with other things. There are different varieties of ginseng, and American ginseng is comparatively milder than the rest.To prepare for a ginseng chicken soup, have a spring chicken and about 5 grams of ginseng slices ready, put both into a pot, and simmer with 1 liter of water for about one hour until the chicken is fully cooked. The chicken can be eaten with the soup. That amount should be enough for two to three servings.
Through extended periods of clinical experience, I’ve seen many patients achieve their beauty and anti-aging results through these dietary therapies and simple TCM conditioning. I hope this information can be useful to everyone and help you stay beautiful and healthy.
Note: Some of the Chinese herbs mentioned above may be unfamiliar, but many can be found in health food and Asian grocery stores. Since everyone’s body constitution is different, please consult a professional physician for specific treatment plans.
