Morning Health Drinks to Consume Upon Waking
Morning Health Drinks to Consume Upon Waking
From throat to rectum, the body contains a long, foul-smelling drainage channel filled with metabolic waste products.
Many people suffer from insufficient water intake, causing waste to accumulate and fail to evacuate properly. Over time, this leads to foul-smelling flatulence, dark spots on the skin, and even serious illnesses.
Some people drink a large glass of warm water immediately upon waking, claiming it prevents constipation and cleanses the intestines.
Others believe that drinking only plain water in the morning is insufficient. To achieve thorough internal detoxification, one must prepare specially formulated natural health drinks based on individual constitution to improve skin quality and overall health.
According to the book "The First Glass of Water in the Morning," dozens of recommended morning beverages are listed, allowing individuals to choose based on their constitution and needs.
Below are two recipes from the book that help with beauty and skin care.
Chinese Ginseng and Red Date Decoction
Ingredients: 3 slices of American ginseng, 5 red dates.
Preparation: ① Cut open red dates and remove seeds;
② Combine American ginseng and red dates with 600cc of water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes over low heat. Filter and drink the liquid.
Benefits: Beautifies skin, delays aging, enhances immunity.
Contraindications: Cancer and diabetic patients may omit red dates.
Yu Zhu and American Ginseng Tea
Ingredients: 20 grams of Yu Zhu, 3 slices of American ginseng, 15cc of honey.
Preparation: ① Pour 600cc of boiling water over Yu Zhu and American ginseng, steep for 30 minutes.
② Filter the residue, cool slightly, then add honey and stir evenly before drinking.
Benefits: Improves rough skin.
Contraindications: Do not add honey for cancer and diabetic patients.