How to eat raspberries

　　Fresh fruits from the mountains and fields are on the market one after another, among which raspberries are popular for their sweet, sour and juicy taste and rich nutritional value. It is not only a delicious fruit, but also a "good medicine for nourishing the kidneys and improving eyesight" in traditional Chinese medicine. Many people ask: How to eat raspberries? Should it be eaten directly or cooked? Does it have any special effects? Today I will explain it all at once so that you can eat healthily and deliciously.

How to eat raspberries

　　1. Eat fresh directly

　　Choose fresh, plump, undamaged raspberries, wash them and drain them before eating them directly. It retains complete nutritional content, and the sweet and sour taste can directly satisfy the taste buds. It is appropriate to consume 20-30 pieces a day. As a snack or after-meal fruit, it is convenient and quick to consume natural nutrients.

　　2. Pair with drinks

　　Brew 5-8 dried raspberries with green tea, chrysanthemum, etc. in boiling water, simmer for 5 minutes and drink. You can brew repeatedly until the taste becomes lighter. You can also add it to warm milk and mix well. Drink it one hour before going to bed. It can neutralize some of the sour taste and help soothe the nerves with the help of nutrients.

　　3. Make dessert supplements

　　Fresh raspberries can be pureed and added to yogurt, oatmeal or ice cream and mixed well to enrich the taste and nutrition.； It can also be combined with flour, eggs, and honey to make cakes, muffins and other desserts. It is suitable for the whole family, especially to increase children's appetite and supplement vitamins.

　　4. Boil jam and preserve it

　　Wash and core fresh raspberries, add rock sugar in a ratio of 1:1, simmer over low heat for 20-30 minutes until thickened, cool and then put into a sealed jar and refrigerate. Spread on bread and steamed buns for breakfast, or eat it with yogurt, which can not only extend the storage time, but also retain some nutrients and have a full sweet and sour flavor.

Raspberry Core Benefits

　　1. Antioxidant, anti-aging, and maintenance of blood vessels

　　Rich in powerful antioxidants such as anthocyanins and vitamin C, it can scavenge free radicals in the body, reduce oxidative damage to cells, delay skin aging, and improve dull skin tone.； At the same time, it can protect the vascular endothelium, reduce the risk of vascular sclerosis, promote blood circulation, and play a positive role in cardiovascular health.

　　2. Benefit the kidneys and strengthen essence, regulate metabolism

　　Traditional Chinese medicine believes that it belongs to the kidney and bladder meridian, has the effect of strengthening the kidney and essence, reducing urine and stopping diarrhea, and can help improve problems such as frequent urination, spermatorrhea, soreness and weakness of the waist and knees caused by kidney deficiency.； Dietary fiber can promote intestinal peristalsis, help discharge metabolic waste, prevent constipation, and maintain the balance of the digestive system.

　　3. Protect eyes and improve eyesight, enhance immunity

　　It contains ingredients such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which can protect the retina from blue light damage, relieve eye fatigue and dryness, and is suitable for people who use eyes for a long time.； The rich vitamin B family and minerals can supplement the nutrients needed by the body, enhance the activity of immune cells, improve the body's resistance, and reduce the risk of colds and other infections.

Things to note when eating raspberries

　　1. Control the amount of food consumed to avoid blood sugar fluctuations

　　The sugar content of fresh raspberries is about 5%-8%, and the sugar content of dried raspberries is higher. Excessive consumption can easily cause blood sugar to rise. Diabetics should not consume more than 15 raspberries per day.； It is recommended for healthy people to take 20-30 pills a day to avoid excessive sugar intake, which may cause bloating, dental caries or affect sleep.

　　2. People with spleen and stomach deficiency should be cautious

　　Raspberries are slightly cold in nature, and for those with spleen and stomach deficiency (often with symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, and chills), excessive consumption may aggravate discomfort. It is recommended to eat them with warm ingredients such as ginger and red dates, or to reduce the amount of consumption (no more than 10 pieces per day) to avoid cold irritation to the stomach.

　　3. Contraindications and allergy alerts for special groups of people

　　Pregnant women should consume it with caution. Its slight astringent effect may have an impact on pregnancy. It is recommended to consult a doctor before consuming it.； Those who are allergic to raspberries or other berries must be completely contraindicated. If allergic reactions such as skin itching, vomiting, and diarrhea occur after consumption, they should seek medical treatment in time.

　　When purchasing, try to choose fresh fruits with intact particles, bright colors, and no rot.； If used for medicinal conditioning, it is recommended to consult a Chinese medicine practitioner for reasonable combination use. Eat a handful every day to stay healthy and look good!