8 recommended delicacies for keeping healthy in winter

　　First dish: lotus root

　　Reason for being on the list: There has long been a folk saying that "Lotus is a treasure, and autumn lotus root is the most nourishing."

　　The autumn season is when fresh lotus roots are in season. At this time, the weather is dry. Eating some lotus root can nourish yin and clear away heat, moisturize dryness and quench thirst, clear the heart and calm the mind. At the same time, lotus root is warm in nature and has the function of constricting blood vessels. Eating more can nourish the lungs and nourish blood. Lotus root has undoubtedly become the “popular dish” nowadays.

　　In addition to containing a large amount of carbohydrates, fresh lotus root is also rich in protein and various vitamins and minerals. It is also rich in dietary fiber, which is good for treatment. constipate , which promotes the discharge of harmful substances and is very beneficial.

　　Best way to eat: Seven-hole lotus root has high starch content, low water content, glutinous but not crispy texture, and is suitable for making soup.； Nine-hole lotus root has high water content, is crisp, tender and juicy. It is best eaten cold or stir-fried.

　　Best paired with: black and white fungus. Paired with white fungus, it can nourish lung yin, and paired with black fungus, it can nourish kidney yin.