Is it effective to eat Cordyceps sinensis as a tonic in winter? Can I choose to cut the grass?

It is the right time to take tonic in winter. As the saying goes, "Nourish yourself in the coldest days of winter, and you will be free of illness in the coming year." It is important to choose suitable tonics for winter. Winter tonic focuses on nourishing yang and kidneys. Summer grass is a warm tonic and is the best for nourishing yang and kidneys.

Cordyceps sinensis can be divided into whole grass and broken grass. We all know that Cordyceps sinensis has the effects of nourishing yin and yang, replenishing the kidney and qi, and enhancing the body's immunity. So what is the difference between whole grass and broken grass?

Is it effective to eat Cordyceps sinensis as a tonic in winter? Can I choose to cut the grass?

First of all, the appearance is different. The whole grass is a complete Cordyceps, while the broken grass is broken, with the insect and the grass separated or the insect body separated. The whole grass looks better and is suitable for giving as gifts (smaller Cordyceps can be used for personal use), while the broken grass is only for personal use.

Secondly, whole grass is more expensive than broken grass, but the nutritional value of the two is the same. Broken grass does not cause loss of nutritional value due to breaking. Broken grass also has the effects of nourishing yin and yang, replenishing the kidney and qi, and enhancing immunity. We all know that Cordyceps sinensis is called Cordyceps sinensis because it is a bug in winter and the grass head is exposed in summer. When it is dug out, it is a combination of bug and grass.

Since Duancao is not a combination of insect and grass, why is it said that it has the same effect as Cordyceps sinensis?

First, although it is broken, its growth environment is the same as that of whole grass. It was just accidentally broken during the process of digging grass, brushing soil, and drying.

Second, it also has both the insect body and the grass body, but they are broken. Moreover, the broken grass you buy also has both the insect body and the grass head, not all grass heads. When eating, you only need to eat the insect body and the grass head together. It also has the dual effects of nourishing yin and tonifying yang.

Third, Cordyceps sinensis is recognized by consumers for its warming, nourishing yin and yang, high nutritional value and good nourishing effect. Broken cordyceps also has extremely high nutritional value, and the efficacy of broken cordyceps has not been discounted. It can be consumed immediately after purchase and should not be stored for too long.

If you are only using it for yourself, you can choose broken grass as a winter tonic. Its price is relatively low and it is cost-effective if your family uses it.

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