Why do you want to eat lotus root in summer?

China has the folk custom of eating lotus roots in summer. Lotus root contains a lot of carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, iron and other vitamins, as well as more VC, potassium and dietary fiber, which has the functions of clearing away heat, nourishing blood and removing annoyance, and is suitable for summer consumption. Fresh lotus root is simmered with low fire, sliced with appropriate amount of honey, which can be eaten at will, has the effect of calming the nerves and helping sleep, and can cure insomnia due to blood deficiency.

Since ancient times, there has been a custom of eating lotus root in summer in southern China. There are two different ways to eat it raw and cooked, which have different therapeutic effects.

"Suixiju Diet Spectrum" records that raw food promotes fluid production, removes blood stasis, quenches thirst and relieves annoyance, and stimulates appetite and digestion. Cooked food supplements deficiency, nourishes heart and produces blood, stimulates appetite and relieves depression, and relieves diarrhea and hunger. Raw lotus root is fresh and tender, crisp in taste, rich in vitamin C, and ripe lotus root is older. After stewing, add white honey to stew until it is thick, which is most beneficial to the heart and spleen.