The Way of Health Preservation in Autumn lies in eating this food, which can promote spleen and stomach health, replenish vital energy, stabilize blood sugar levels, and enhance physical fitness, all with minimal expense!

In autumn health preservation, starchy foods are an essential part. They have the benefits of clearing heat and cooling blood, as well as aiding digestion. On one hand, they have the effect of nourishing vital energy and enhancing physical fitness. Therefore, many people love to eat starchy foods. However, some people may affect their health due to a lack of understanding of the nutritional value of these foods. On the other hand, using them as staple foods not only helps prevent obesity but also maintains overall health. Today, I will share with you the suitable varieties of starchy foods to consume in autumn.

When it comes to starchy foods, many people first think of purple sweet potatoes and sweet potatoes. However, there are even better options waiting for us to explore:

1. Chinese Yam, known as the "ambassador of stomach health"

Chinese Yam, as a precious ingredient with medicinal and dietary value, has always been regarded as a supreme "delicacy" by medical experts. According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, Chinese Yam has multiple effects such as invigorating the spleen and eliminating dampness, replenishing qi and benefiting the lungs, and strengthening the kidneys and nourishing essence, making it an ideal nourishing food for those who are chronically ill or physically weak.

Modern medical research has shown that the viscous protein contained in Chinese Yam has a role in maintaining blood vessel elasticity, thereby helping to prevent cardiovascular diseases. Polysaccharides have the effect of repairing damaged immune cells and improving physical fitness. Polysaccharides can enhance the function of the immune system and inhibit virus replication. The application of choline and lecithin can enhance memory capacity, thus improving cognitive levels. Various trace elements have antioxidant effects. Enzymes have the effect of regulating gastric digestion and relieving gastric weakness symptoms...

1. The method of consuming Chinese Yam needs special attention to ensure its nourishing effect

For those who want to strengthen their spleen and stomach function through the consumption of Chinese Yam, directly consuming it may lead to a decrease in its digestion and absorption capacity, thereby reducing the absorption rate of its active ingredients and affecting its nourishing effect. If cooked properly, not only can its nutritional value be fully absorbed, but it can also maximize its therapeutic effect. If improper cooking techniques are used, the nutritional components in Chinese Yam will suffer more losses.

Therefore, it is strongly recommended to process fresh Chinese Yam into fine Chinese Yam powder and drink it with boiling water at breakfast; after steaming, mix it with an appropriate amount of milk, honey, and water to make a juice, both of which can be more easily absorbed by the body.

2. Four steps to choose Chinese Yam

There are various types of Chinese Yam, among which crisp Chinese Yam has sufficient moisture content and is the most suitable ingredient for dishes. The reason why Huai Chinese Yam is highly praised is because it contains unparalleled rich nutrients. In daily diet, people often refer to those Chinese Yam with tender texture as "fresh" Chinese Yam or "soft" Chinese Yam, but they are not real Chinese Yam. To distinguish, you can consider the following four aspects:

1. Appearance: slim and curvy; there are nodular protrusions at the base of the stems and leaves, without branches and leaf veins. The skin is slightly dark, with larger pores and longer thorns; there are red spots on the rhizomes;

2. Weight: the weight of a single Chinese Yam usually does not exceed 250g;

3. Flesh: firm texture, powdery, delicate cross-section, porcelain white, less mucus;

4. Taste: slightly dry and sweet, not easily boiled for a long time.

3. Chinese Yam taboo population

The mucin protein contained in Chinese Yam is an allergen. It is best for those who have allergies and children to avoid consuming it to prevent allergic reactions.

Due to the high starch content in Chinese Yam, it is easy to cause blood sugar to rise. Therefore, diabetes patients should limit the intake of Chinese Yam and reduce the intake of staple foods when eating it.

2. Potatoes - the "weight loss helper"

Potatoes, known as the "underground apple," contain 10 times more vitamin C than apples and four times more B vitamins; at the same time, they are rich in minerals such as potassium and sodium, which can lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. In addition, the starch in potatoes belongs to "resistant starch," which has a strong sense of satiety, slow blood sugar rise, slow digestion, and also helps promote bowel movements, aiding in weight control and blood sugar levels.

1. Steaming is the ideal method, large pieces, and rich in nutrients

The nutritional value of potatoes can be maximally preserved, and steaming is the most superior cooking method. Boiled potatoes contain higher levels of protein, fat, and dietary fiber, which are beneficial for reducing the incidence of cardiovascular diseases such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure. They can also prevent cancer, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and stroke. After being fully cooked and cooled, the content of resistant starch is more guaranteed.

To minimize the nutritional loss of potatoes, we need to maintain the integrity of the potatoes as much as possible during processing and reduce the size of the potato's cross-section to reduce the loss of nutrients.

2. Pay attention to some details while enjoying potatoes

Avoid eating sprouted potatoes as they may produce toxic alkaloids that can cause poisoning after consumption.

For those with gastrointestinal diseases or weak spleen and stomach function, it is necessary to reduce the intake of potatoes. Because potatoes are rich in starch and cellulose, excessive consumption may cause gas, bloating, and abdominal pain.

For diabetes patients, controlling the intake of potatoes is essential because although potatoes are rich in resistant starch, they can also lead to elevated blood sugar levels. Therefore, when consuming potatoes, it is recommended to use them as a substitute for staple foods, which can better control blood sugar levels.

3. Konjac - the "disease-fighting guard"

Although konjac has some toxicity, the konjac products we encounter in our daily lives, such as konjac silk, konjac tofu, and konjac noodles, can be safely consumed.

The inulin contained in konjac is a type of oligofructose that has the effect of stimulating the proliferation of bifidobacteria and regulating the balance of intestinal microflora. It has various effects such as lowering blood lipids and reducing weight, making it an ideal raw material for health food. In addition, it contains a substance similar to insulin in the human body, which can regulate blood sugar levels bidirectionally, thus assisting diabetes patients in reducing blood sugar levels. On the other hand, it can also cause an increase in blood sugar levels in hypoglycemic patients.

1. For konjac, there are certain taboo objects

People with constipation should avoid excessive consumption. As a spicy food, konjac's internal heat phenomenon will further worsen constipation symptoms.

For those with itchy skin diseases or eye problems, konjac is not a suitable dietary choice. Konjac contains a lot of pectin and alkaloids, which can be harmful to humans. Eating konjac is considered an irritant and may have adverse effects on the patient's condition.

Konjac can release highly toxic substances when it rots, which may increase the risk of diseases such as liver cancer and esophageal cancer. Therefore, it must be completely removed.

Konjac in Sweet and Sour Sauce

Cut the cleaned konjac into small pieces, place them in a container, add appropriate amounts of sugar, salt, peppercorns, and vinegar as seasonings, and marinate for a week before tasting. Konjac pickled in this way has a unique and fragrant taste and can also remove body odor and fat. After marinating, konjac can be eaten with every meal, and a few slices can be consumed daily.

For those with diabetes, edema, and difficulty urinating, cooking konjac together with porridge can effectively relieve symptoms and is also a feasible method.

4. Jerusalem Artichoke - "natural insulin"

Although Jerusalem Artichoke is not a well-known name, it is commonly known as "Yam Ginger" or "Guizi Ginger" and is one of the common ingredients in people's daily lives.

The inulin contained in Jerusalem Artichoke is a type of fructo-oligosaccharide, which has the effect of stimulating the proliferation of bifidobacteria and regulating the balance of intestinal microflora. It also has various effects such as lowering blood lipids and reducing weight, making it an ideal raw material for health food. In addition, it contains a substance similar to insulin in the human body, which can regulate blood sugar levels bidirectionally, thus assisting diabetes patients in lowering blood sugar levels. On the other hand, it can also cause an increase in blood sugar levels in hypoglycemic patients.

1. There are certain taboo objects for Jerusalem Artichoke

People with constipation should avoid excessive consumption. Jerusalem Artichoke, as a spicy food, may worsen the internal heat phenomenon, leading to aggravation of constipation symptoms.

For those with skin itching diseases or eye problems, Jerusalem Artichoke is not a suitable dietary choice. Jerusalem Artichoke contains a lot of pectin and alkaloids, which can be harmful to humans. Eating Jerusalem Artichoke is considered an irritant and may have adverse effects on the patient's condition.

The rotting of Jerusalem Artichoke will release highly toxic substances, which may increase the risk of diseases such as liver cancer and esophageal cancer. Therefore, it must be thoroughly removed.

Sugar and Vinegar Jerusalem Artichoke

Cut the clean Jerusalem Artichoke into small pieces, place them in a container, add appropriate amounts of sugar, salt, peppercorns, and vinegar as seasonings, and marinate for a week before tasting. Jerusalem Artichoke pickled in this way has a unique and fragrant taste and can also remove body odor and fat. After marinating, Jerusalem Artichoke can be eaten with every meal, and a few slices can be consumed daily.

For those with diabetes, edema, and difficulty urinating, cooking Jerusalem Artichoke with porridge can effectively relieve symptoms and is also a feasible method.