30款溫腎壯陽食譜 (適合腎陽虛者)

Understanding Kidney Yang Deficiency

In traditionTraditional Chinese MedicineStudying, "kidneyThe kidney is considered the "foundation of life" in the human body. It is not just an organ, but a functional system that governs many important functions such as growth, development, reproduction, and water metabolism. "Kidney Yang" refers to the warming, promoting, and exciting aspect of kidney function, which can be understood as the "fire of the gate of life" in the body.

What is kidney yang deficiency?
When the yang energy in the kidneys is insufficient, and this "fire of life" becomes weak, a series of symptoms of deficiency and cold will appear, which is called "kidney yang deficiency".

Common symptoms include:

Lower back and knee painThe lower back feels sore, weak, and cold, which is relieved by heat.
Feeling cold and having cold limbsThey are particularly sensitive to cold, and their hands and feet are always cold, even in summer.
Decreased sexual functionMen may experience impotence, premature ejaculation, and low sperm count; women may experience low libido, uterine coldness, and infertility.
Poor spiritSymptoms include lethargy, fatigue, and drowsiness.
Clear and copious urineThe urine output is high and the color is clear.
Frequent urination at nightI need to get up to urinate several times at night.
pale or dark complexionThe complexion lacks luster.
Tongue appearance and pulse appearanceThe tongue is pale and swollen with a white coating; the pulse is deep, slow, and weak.

Important Reminder:

Differentiation of syndromes and treatmentThe dietary therapy recipes in this article are mainly for those with "kidney yang deficiency". If you are unsure of your constitution, or if you have complex conditions such as yin deficiency or damp heat, please consult a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for diagnosis and do not blindly take supplements.
Step by stepDietary supplements require consistency, not quick fixes. Consume in moderation according to your individual needs, avoiding excessive intake.
Ingredient selectionChoose fresh, high-quality ingredients whenever possible to achieve the best results.

I. Soup Recipes

Soup can fully extract the essence of ingredients and medicinal herbs, is easy to absorb, and is the most common form of tonifying the kidneys and strengthening yang.

1. Eucommia and Morinda officinalis pig tail soup

Ingredient Analysis:
- EucommiaIt nourishes the liver and kidneys, strengthens muscles and bones, and helps prevent miscarriage. It is especially effective for lower back pain caused by kidney deficiency.
- Morinda officinalisIt tonifies kidney yang, strengthens muscles and bones, and dispels wind and dampness. It is a key aphrodisiac, specifically targeting the kidney meridian.
- pig tailIt is said to "like cures like," and is rich in collagen, which can strengthen the waist and spine.
- WalnutsIt nourishes the kidneys and warms the lungs, moistens the intestines and promotes bowel movements. It can both tonify yang and has a moisturizing effect, so it is not too drying.
- red dates,GingerIt harmonizes the medicinal properties, strengthens the spleen and stomach, and removes fishy smell.
practice:
1. Wash the pig tails, cut them into sections, blanch them to remove blood and impurities, and set aside.
2. Rinse Eucommia ulmoides and Morinda officinalis briefly with water. Set aside walnut kernels and pitted red dates.
3. Place all ingredients (pig tail, eucommia bark, morinda root, walnut kernels, red dates, and ginger slices) into a soup pot and add enough water.
4. After bringing to a boil over high heat, reduce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 hours.
5. Finally, add salt to taste.
effectIt tonifies the kidneys and strengthens yang, as well as muscles and bones. It is especially suitable for those with kidney yang deficiency who experience lower back and knee pain, and are sensitive to cold.

2. Goji Berry, Cuscuta Seed, and Mutton Soup

Ingredient Analysis:
- muttonIt is warm in nature, invigorates qi and replenishes deficiency, warms the middle and lower body, and is a classic meat for tonifying kidney yang.
- dodderIt nourishes the liver and kidneys, strengthens essence and reduces urination, improves eyesight and stops diarrhea. It balances yin and yang, but leans towards tonifying yang.
- Goji berriesIt nourishes the liver and kidneys, benefits essence and improves eyesight. Its nature is mild, and in this formula it can balance yang energy, preventing excessive warmth and dryness.
- Chinese yamIt nourishes the spleen, lungs, and kidneys, replenishing both qi and yin. It strengthens the spleen to aid absorption and tonifies the kidneys to benefit essence.
practice:
1. Cut the mutton into chunks, blanch it, and then rinse it. Peel and cut the yam into chunks.
2. Place the mutton, dodder seeds (which can be wrapped in a gauze bag), and ginger slices in a pot, add water, and simmer for 1.5 hours.
3. Add yam chunks and goji berries, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes until the yam is soft and tender.
4. Remove the dodder seed packet from the water, then season with salt.
effectIt warms the kidneys and strengthens yang, replenishes essence and marrow. It is suitable for symptoms such as aversion to cold, lower back pain, and frequent urination at night caused by kidney yang deficiency.

3. Sea cucumber and scallop stewed chicken soup

Ingredient Analysis:
- sea cucumberIt nourishes the kidneys and replenishes essence, nourishes blood and moisturizes dryness. Rich in collagen and various trace elements, it is regarded as a precious tonic.
- Scallops(Dried scallops)It nourishes Yin and tonifies the kidneys, regulates the middle and lower Qi. It has a delicious flavor and can enhance the taste of soups.
- chickenIt warms the middle jiao (spleen and stomach), replenishes qi, nourishes deficiency, and replenishes essence. It provides high-quality protein.
- Goji berries,red datesBalances Yin and Yang, and increases sweetness.
practice:
1. Soak and clean the sea cucumbers several days in advance, then cut them into pieces. Wash and soak the dried scallops until soft.
2. Cut the chicken into pieces and blanch it. Wash the goji berries and red dates.
3. Place all ingredients into a stewing pot, add the water used to soak the dried scallops, and an appropriate amount of water.
4. Double-boil for 2.5 to 3 hours, then add salt to taste.
effectIt nourishes the kidneys and replenishes essence, balancing Yin and Yang. It is especially suitable for those who are weak after illness or childbirth, or those lacking energy.

4. Deer antler and black chicken soup

Ingredient Analysis:
- Deer antlerIt invigorates kidney yang, nourishes essence and blood, and strengthens muscles and bones. It is the most potent tonic for replenishing kidney yang and nourishing essence and blood, with a strong medicinal effect.
- Silkie chickenIt nourishes the liver and kidneys, replenishes qi and blood. It has a stronger nourishing effect than regular chicken.
- Huang QiIt replenishes Qi and raises Yang, strengthens the exterior and stops sweating. It promotes Yang by replenishing Qi.
practice:
1. Rinse the deer antler slices briefly with water. Wash the black-boned chicken, cut it into pieces, and blanch it.
2. Place the black-boned chicken, deer antler slices, astragalus root, and ginger slices into a stewing pot.
3. Add enough water, cover, and simmer over low heat for 3-4 hours.
4. Add a small amount of salt to taste before drinking.
effectIt greatly replenishes the primordial yang, nourishes essence and marrow. It is suitable for those with severe kidney yang deficiency, severe aversion to cold, impotence and premature ejaculation.(Note: Deer antler has strong medicinal properties and should be used under the guidance of a physician. It should not be taken in excessive amounts for a long period of time.)

5. Cistanche deserticola and sheep kidney soup

Ingredient Analysis:
- Cistanche deserticolaIt tonifies kidney yang, nourishes essence and blood, and moistens the intestines to relieve constipation. Known as "desert ginseng," it is mild and non-drying, and also has the function of moisturizing the intestines.
- sheep kidneysIt nourishes the organs by replenishing the organs, invigorates kidney qi, and benefits essence. It is rich in trace elements such as zinc.
- Morinda officinalisIt helps Cistanche deserticola replenish kidney yang.
practice:
1. Cut the lamb kidneys in half, remove the white membrane, wash and slice them, then marinate them with cooking wine and ginger slices to remove the fishy smell.
2. Wash the Cistanche deserticola and Morinda officinalis.
3. First, put Cistanche deserticola, Morinda officinalis and ginger into a pot and boil for 30 minutes, then extract the medicinal juice.
4. Reboil the medicinal broth, add the lamb kidney slices, cook until done, season, and sprinkle with chopped green onions if desired.
effectIt tonifies the kidneys and strengthens yang, while also moistening the intestines and relieving constipation. It is especially suitable for those with kidney yang deficiency who also suffer from constipation.

6. Cordyceps flower and dried scallop stewed pork rib soup

Ingredient Analysis:
- Cordyceps flowerIt is not Cordyceps sinensis, but an artificially cultivated fungus. It is neutral in nature and sweet in taste, and has the effects of benefiting the liver and kidneys and replenishing essence. It is also affordable.
- Dried scallopsSimilar to dried scallops, it nourishes yin and tonifies the kidneys.
- RibsIt provides basic nutrition and umami flavor.
- Polygonatum odoratumIt nourishes yin and moistens dryness, making the soup nourishing without being drying.
practice:
1. Blanch the pork ribs. Wash and soak the cordyceps flowers and dried scallops until soft.
2. Place all ingredients (pork ribs, cordyceps flowers, dried scallops, Solomon's seal, red dates, ginger slices) into a stewing pot.
3. Add the soaking water and fresh water, steam for 2 hours, then add salt.
effectIt gently nourishes the liver and kidneys, and enhances immunity. Suitable for daily health maintenance and those with mild kidney deficiency.

7. Aconite and Dog Meat Soup

Ingredient Analysis:
- aconiteIt restores yang and reverses collapse, replenishes fire and assists yang, dispels cold and relieves pain. It is the primary medicine for warming the interior and dispelling cold, and its medicinal effect is rapid.
- dog meatIt warms the kidneys and strengthens yang, boosting energy. It is a folk remedy for enhancing male virility, and is extremely warming in nature.
practice:
1. Aconite must be decocted first.Place aconite in a pot, add water, and decoct separately for 1-2 hours or more to reduce its toxicity.
2. Cut the dog meat into chunks, blanch it, and then rinse it clean.
3. Put the prepared aconite root and its medicinal juice, dog meat, ginger, and dried tangerine peel into a pot and stew until the dog meat is tender.
4. Season with salt.
effectIt greatly replenishes vital energy and dispels cold pathogens. It is only suitable for those with weak Yang energy, cold limbs, and severe rheumatic pain.(Strong warning: Aconite is highly poisonous. It must be used under the guidance of a professional Chinese medicine practitioner and strictly in accordance with the processing specifications. Never purchase and cook it yourself!)

8. Cistanche deserticola, walnut, and beef bone soup

Ingredient Analysis:
- CynomoriumIt tonifies the kidneys and moistens the intestines, with effects similar to those of Cistanche deserticola, and is often used in combination with other herbs.
- WalnutsIt nourishes the kidneys and warms the lungs.
- Beef bonesRich in calcium and nutrients, it can strengthen bones.
practice:
1. Chop the beef bones into pieces, blanch them, and then wash them clean.
2. Wash the Cynomorium songaricum and walnut kernels.
3. Place all ingredients in a large pot, add water, ginger, and cooking wine, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 3 hours.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
effectIt tonifies the kidneys and strengthens yang, moistens the intestines and promotes bowel movements, and strengthens muscles and bones.

II. Congee Section

Porridge is easy to digest and absorb, making it suitable for those with weak spleen and stomach, or as a daily breakfast or dinner.

9. Leek seed porridge

Ingredient Analysis:
- Leek seedsIt nourishes the liver and kidneys, strengthens yang and consolidates essence. It is a commonly used medicine for treating nocturnal emission, premature ejaculation, and frequent urination.
- Japonica riceIt strengthens the spleen and stomach, nourishes the acquired constitution to supplement the innate constitution.
practice:
1. Stir-fry the leek seeds over low heat until cooked and fragrant, then grind them into a fine powder.
2. Wash the rice and cook it into a thin porridge.
3. When the porridge is almost done, add the leek seed powder, stir well, and cook for another 5-10 minutes.
effectIt warms and nourishes the liver and kidneys, strengthens yang and consolidates essence. It is suitable for impotence, seminal emission, and frequent urination at night caused by kidney yang deficiency.

10. Cistanche and Mutton Porridge

Ingredient Analysis:
- Cistanche deserticolaIt nourishes the kidneys and moistens the intestines.
- muttonWarm the middle and lower body.
- Japonica riceIt strengthens the spleen and stomach.
practice:
1. Boil the Cistanche deserticola in water, remove the dregs and keep the juice.
2. Wash and chop the mutton.
3. Cook the Cistanche deserticola decoction with rice and mutton into porridge, and add a little ginger and salt for seasoning.
effectIt tonifies the kidneys and boosts yang energy, strengthens the spleen and nourishes the stomach. It is suitable for those who experience cold limbs, lower back pain, and weak knees in winter.

11. Longan and Chestnut Porridge

Ingredient Analysis:
- Longan (dried longan pulp)It nourishes the heart and spleen, replenishes qi and blood, and calms the mind.
- chestnutIt nourishes the stomach and spleen, and strengthens the kidneys and muscles. It is known as the "fruit of the kidneys".
- Sticky riceIt replenishes the middle energizer and invigorates qi, strengthens the spleen and stops diarrhea; it is more warming and nourishing than japonica rice.
practice:
1. Peel and shell the chestnuts, and wash the glutinous rice.
2. Put glutinous rice, chestnuts, and dried longan pulp into a pot, add water, and cook into porridge.
3. You can add some brown sugar for flavor.
effectIt nourishes the kidneys and strengthens the lower back, calms the mind and soothes the nerves. Suitable for those with kidney deficiency, lower back pain, insomnia, and palpitations.

12. Shrimp and Scallop Congee

Ingredient Analysis:
- ShrimpIt tonifies the kidneys and strengthens yang, promotes lactation and eliminates toxins. It is rich in protein and zinc.
- ScallopsIt nourishes Yin and tonifies the kidneys.
- Shredded ginger and chopped green onionsIt removes fishy smell and enhances freshness, while warming the body and dispelling cold.
practice:
1. Soak the dried scallops until soft and shred them. Wash the shrimp and marinate them with cooking wine and pepper.
2. The rice is cooked into a porridge base.
3. Add shredded dried scallops and shredded ginger and cook for 10 minutes.
4. Finally, add the shrimp and cook until they change color. Add salt and chopped green onions before serving.
effectIt warms the kidneys and strengthens yang, improves appetite and resolves phlegm. Suitable for those with insufficient yang energy and poor appetite.

13. Walnut and Sesame Porridge

Ingredient Analysis:
- WalnutsIt nourishes the kidneys and warms the lungs.
- Black sesameIt nourishes the liver and kidneys, replenishes essence and blood, and moistens dryness in the intestines. Black foods are associated with the kidneys and are classic ingredients for darkening hair and strengthening the body.
practice:
1. Crush the walnut kernels and roast the black sesame seeds until fragrant, then grind them into powder.
2. Rice is cooked into porridge.
3. Add chopped walnuts and black sesame powder to the porridge, stir well, and cook for another 5 minutes.
effectIt nourishes the kidneys and replenishes essence, promotes hair growth and moisturizes the intestines. It is suitable for gray hair, hair loss, and constipation caused by insufficient kidney essence.

14. Yam and Gorgon Fruit Porridge

Ingredient Analysis:
- yamIt tonifies the spleen, lungs, and kidneys, and strengthens the kidneys and replenishes essence.
- Euryale feroxIt benefits the kidneys and strengthens essence, invigorates the spleen and stops diarrhea. Known as "ginseng of the water," it has astringent and consolidating properties.
- PoriaIt strengthens the spleen and eliminates dampness, calms the mind and soothes the nerves.
practice:
1. Crush dried yam, fox nut, and poria into powder (or cut fresh yam into chunks).
2. Wash the rice and cook it with the medicinal powder (or yam chunks) into porridge.
effectIt tonifies the kidneys and strengthens essence, invigorates the spleen and eliminates dampness. It is especially suitable for those with kidney deficiency, seminal emission, enuresis, and spleen deficiency with diarrhea.

III. Medicinal Cuisine

Incorporating kidney-tonifying ingredients into everyday dishes offers both delicious flavor and health benefits.

15. Drunken Shrimp (Shrimp cooked in Shaoxing wine)

Ingredient Analysis:
- Fresh shrimpIt is used to tonify the kidneys and enhance male virility.
- Shaoxing wineIt warms and invigorates the blood, dispels cold and promotes blood circulation, guides medicine into the meridians, and enhances the kidney-tonifying effect of shrimp.
practice:
1. Wash the shrimp and trim off the whiskers and legs.
2. Add an appropriate amount of Shaoxing wine, ginger slices, and scallion segments to a pot and bring to a boil.
3. Add fresh shrimp, cover and cook until the shrimp turn red and are fully cooked.
4. It can be eaten directly or dipped in a little soy sauce.
effectIt warms the kidneys and strengthens yang, promotes blood circulation and unblocks the meridians. It's simple to make and works quickly.

16. Stir-fried chives with walnuts

Ingredient Analysis:
- Chinese chivesIt warms the middle burner, promotes qi circulation, tonifies the kidneys, and strengthens yang. It is known as the "yang-raising herb".
- WalnutsIt nourishes the kidneys and warms the lungs.
practice:
1. Fry (or roast) the walnuts in warm oil over low heat until fragrant, then remove and drain.
2. Wash and cut the chives into sections.
3. Leave some oil in the pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add chives and stir-fry quickly over high heat.
4. When the mixture is almost cooked, add the walnuts, stir-fry quickly, and season with salt.
effectIt nourishes the kidneys and strengthens yang, warms the lungs and moistens the intestines. It is a common and delicious dish for nourishing kidney yang in spring.

17. Steamed Oysters with Garlic

Ingredient Analysis:
- OystersIt calms the liver and subdues yang, softens and disperses hard masses, and astringes and consolidates. It is rich in zinc, an important element for the synthesis of male hormones.
- garlicIt warms the middle burner, strengthens the stomach, detoxifies, and kills bacteria. Its pungent and dispersing properties help oysters exert their effects.
practice:
1. Scrub the oyster shells clean, pry them open, and rinse off any broken shells.
2. To make garlic sauce: Mince the garlic, sauté half of it in oil until golden brown, then mix it with the other half of the raw garlic, add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a little sugar, and stir well.
3. Spread the minced garlic sauce on the oyster meat and steam over high heat for 5-8 minutes.
4. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and drizzle with hot oil before serving.
effectIt tonifies the kidneys and strengthens essence, nourishes yin and blood. It is beneficial for improving sexual function.

18. Angelica and Ginger Lamb Stew

Ingredient Analysis:
- Angelica sinensisIt nourishes and invigorates the blood, regulates menstruation, and relieves pain. When paired with mutton, it is nourishing without being greasy, and warming without being drying.
- GingerIt warms the middle jiao and dispels cold, relieves exterior symptoms and promotes dispersion.
- muttonIt warms the kidneys and strengthens yang.
practice:
1. Cut the mutton into chunks and blanch it. Slice the ginger.
2. Place the mutton, angelica root, and ginger into a clay pot, add cooking wine and enough water.
3. Bring to a boil over high heat, skim off the foam, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the mutton is tender.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
effectIt warms the middle burner, nourishes the blood, dispels cold, and relieves pain. Originating from Zhang Zhongjing's "Essential Prescriptions of the Golden Chamber," it is a classic formula for warming and tonifying the body.

19. Stir-fried pork kidney with Eucommia bark

Ingredient Analysis:
- EucommiaIt nourishes the liver and kidneys and strengthens muscles and bones.
- Pork kidney: Use the principle of "like cures like" to replenish kidney qi.
practice:
1. Boil Eucommia bark in water to obtain a concentrated juice for later use.
2. Cut the pork kidneys in half, remove the white membrane inside (this is key to removing the fishy smell), score them, and marinate them with cooking wine and ginger slices.
3. Stir-fry the pork kidneys in a hot wok until they change color, then remove them from the wok.
4. Sauté scallions, ginger, and garlic until fragrant. Add wood ear mushrooms, carrot slices, and other side dishes and stir-fry. Then add pork kidney and eucommia ulmoides juice, stir-fry quickly, thicken with cornstarch slurry, and season to taste.
effectIt nourishes the kidneys and strengthens the lower back. It has a good effect on kidney deficiency, lower back pain, and tinnitus.

20. Cinnamon Braised Chicken

Ingredient Analysis:
- CinnamonIt replenishes fire and assists yang, dispels cold and relieves pain, and warms and unblocks the meridians. It can guide fire back to its source, bringing the floating deficiency fire back into the kidneys.
- chickenIt warms the middle and benefits qi.
practice:
1. Chop the chicken into pieces and blanch it.
2. Heat oil in a wok, sauté ginger slices and scallion segments until fragrant, then add chicken pieces and stir-fry until slightly golden brown.
3. Add soy sauce, cooking wine, a little sugar, and water as needed, along with a cinnamon stick (or cinnamon powder).
4. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.
effectIt warms the kidneys and strengthens Yang, and also warms the spleen and stomach. It is suitable for those with kidney Yang deficiency, abdominal pain due to cold, and cold limbs.

21. Stewed Pork with Polygonatum

Ingredient Analysis:
- PolygonatumIt replenishes qi and nourishes yin, strengthens the spleen, moistens the lungs, and benefits the kidneys. It is mild in nature and belongs to the category of products that gently replenish qi and yin.
- porkIt nourishes Yin and moistens dryness.
practice:
1. Wash and slice the Solomon's Seal. Cut the pork into chunks.
2. Place the Solomon's Seal, pork, and ginger slices into a stewing pot, and add an appropriate amount of water.
3. Double-boil for 1.5 to 2 hours, then add salt to taste.
effectThis formula nourishes the kidneys and replenishes essence, simultaneously tonifying both qi and yin. It is suitable for those with insufficient kidney essence but without significant deficiency fire.

22. Cordyceps Duck Soup

Ingredient Analysis:
- Cordyceps sinensisIt nourishes the lungs and kidneys, stops bleeding, and resolves phlegm. It is a precious tonic that nourishes both Yin and Yang.
- duckIt nourishes Yin and the stomach, and promotes diuresis and reduces swelling. Its nature is slightly cooling; when combined with cordyceps, it provides nourishment without causing dryness.
practice:
1. Clean the old duck thoroughly, cut it into pieces, and blanch it.
2. Place the duck pieces, cordyceps, and ginger slices into a stewing pot.
3. Add water and steam for 3 hours, then add salt to taste.
effectIt nourishes the lungs and kidneys, and replenishes essence and qi. It is suitable for those with deficiency of both lungs and kidneys, chronic cough and wheezing, and those who are weak after illness.(Due to its high price, it may be chosen based on your financial situation.)

23. Stewed Pigeon with Astragalus complanatus

Ingredient Analysis:
- ShayuanziIt warms and nourishes the liver and kidneys, strengthens essence, reduces urination, and improves eyesight.
- squabIt nourishes the liver and kidneys, replenishes qi and blood, and clears heat and detoxifies.
practice:
1. Clean the pigeon and blanch it.
2. Wash the seeds of Astragalus complanatus and wrap them in a gauze bag.
3. Stew the pigeon, the packet of Astragalus complanatus root, and ginger slices together for 2 hours, then season to taste.
effectIt nourishes the kidneys and strengthens essence, nourishes the liver and improves eyesight. Suitable for those with kidney deficiency, seminal emission, and blurred vision.

24. Braised Beef with Curculigo orchioides

Ingredient Analysis:
- XianmaoIt tonifies kidney yang, strengthens tendons and bones, and dispels cold and dampness. Its medicinal properties are warm and drying, with a strong effect in tonifying fire.
- beefIt nourishes the spleen and stomach, replenishes qi and blood, and strengthens muscles and bones.
practice:
1. Cut the beef into chunks and blanch it.
2. Wash the wormwood clean.
3. Place the beef, curculigo orchioides, dried tangerine peel, and ginger in a pot and simmer until the beef is tender. Season to taste.
effectIt warms the kidneys and strengthens yang, dispels cold and dampness. It is suitable for impotence, weak muscles and bones, and cold pain in the lower back and knees.(Note: Curculigo orchioides has a certain degree of toxicity and should not be taken in large quantities or for a long period of time. It is contraindicated for those with yin deficiency and excessive internal heat.)

IV. Tea and Wine

Convenient for daily consumption, take your time.

25. Longan and Red Date Tea

Ingredient Analysis:
- LonganIt nourishes the heart and spleen, and benefits qi and blood.
- red datesIt replenishes the middle energizer and invigorates qi, nourishes blood and calms the mind.
- GingerIt warms the middle and dispels cold.
practice:
1. Place the dried longan pulp, pitted red dates, and ginger slices into the teapot.
2. Pour in boiling water, cover and steep for 10-15 minutes before drinking. It can be steeped repeatedly.
effectIt warms and nourishes the heart and spleen, replenishes blood and calms the mind. Suitable for those with deficiency of both qi and blood, cold hands and feet, insomnia and forgetfulness.

26. Goji Berry and Ginseng Tea

Ingredient Analysis:
- GinsengIt greatly replenishes vital energy, strengthens the spleen and lungs, promotes the production of body fluids, and calms the mind. It can powerfully boost Yang energy.
- Goji berriesIt nourishes the liver and kidneys.
practice:
1. Place ginseng slices (or ginseng rootlets) and goji berries into a thermos.
2. Steep in boiling water, cover and let steep for 15-20 minutes before drinking.
effectIt greatly replenishes vital energy and nourishes the liver and kidneys. It is suitable for those with deficiency of vital energy, mental fatigue, and insufficient kidney energy.

27. Clove Stomach-Warming Tea

Ingredient Analysis:
- cloveIt warms the middle jiao (spleen and stomach), relieves nausea and vomiting, and tonifies the kidneys and strengthens yang.
- Cinnamon: To replenish fire and assist yang.
practice:
1. Place cloves and cinnamon fragments in a pot and add an appropriate amount of water.
2. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, remove the dregs and drink the liquid as a tea substitute.
effectIt warms the kidneys and stomach, dispels cold, and relieves pain. It is suitable for those with kidney yang deficiency accompanied by stomach cold, vomiting, and hiccups.

28. Cistanche and Goji Berry Wine

Ingredient Analysis:
- Cistanche deserticola, wolfberryIt nourishes the kidneys and replenishes essence.
- LiquorAs a solvent, it can extract the effective components of medicinal materials and has the effect of promoting blood circulation and clearing the meridians.
practice:
1. Place the Cistanche deserticola and wolfberry into a glass jar.
2. Pour in high-proof liquor (about 50 degrees or higher), enough to completely cover the medicinal herbs.
3. Seal and store in a cool, dark place. It can be consumed after soaking for at least one month.
4. One small cup (about 10-20 ml) daily.
effectIt tonifies the kidneys and strengthens yang, nourishes essence and blood. Suitable for those with kidney yang deficiency and deficiency of essence and blood.(Note: Not suitable for people with alcohol allergies, high blood pressure, or liver disease.)

29. Seahorse Aphrodisiac Wine

Ingredient Analysis:
- HaimaIt warms the kidneys and strengthens yang, disperses nodules and reduces swelling. It is a potent aphrodisiac marine organism.
- Deer antlerIt strengthens kidney yang and benefits essence and blood.
- Red GinsengIt greatly replenishes vital energy.
practice:
1. Place the seahorse, deer antler slices, red ginseng, and other medicinal materials into the wine jar.
2. Pour in white wine, seal and soak for 1-3 months.
effectIt tonifies the kidneys and strengthens yang, fortifying muscles and bones. Its potent effects make it suitable for severe kidney yang deficiency.(This product must be formulated and consumed under the guidance of a physician.)

30. Five-Seed Progeny Tea

Ingredient Analysis:
- Goji berries, dodder seedsIt nourishes the kidneys and replenishes essence.
- raspberryIt benefits the kidneys, strengthens essence, and reduces urination.
- Schisandra chinensisIt has astringent and consolidating properties, and also benefits qi and generates fluids.
- PlantainIt promotes urination and relieves strangury, eliminates dampness and clears heat. In this formula, it plays the role of "purging evil and tonifying, tonifying while purging", making the whole formula tonifying without being cloying.
practice:
1. Mix the five medicinal materials in proportion (usually in equal parts).
2. Take 10-15 grams each time, put it in a tea bag or teapot, pour boiling water over it, and steep for 10 minutes before drinking.
effectIt nourishes the kidneys and replenishes essence, and regulates kidney qi. It is an ancient and famous prescription for treating kidney deficiency, seminal emission, impotence, premature ejaculation, and infertility, and can also be used as a daily health-preserving tea.

Nourishing the kidneys and protecting yang energy requires persistence and balance.

Tonifying the kidneys and enhancing male virility is a marathon, not a sprint. Choosing a dietary approach suited to your constitution and integrating it into your daily life, along with consistent practice, is key to seeing significant results. Furthermore, dietary supplements must be combined with a healthy lifestyle.

controlSexual activityAvoid excessive depletion of kidney essence.
Regular scheduleEnsure sufficient sleep, as nighttime is a crucial time for kidney energy repair.
Moderate exerciseTai Chi, Baduanjin, jogging, and other exercises can help stimulate Yang energy.
Keep warm and avoid the coldPay special attention to keeping your lower back, abdomen, and feet warm.
Regulate emotionsFear can damage the kidneys, and maintaining a positive mood is crucial for kidney health.

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