Sunday, May 4, 2014

Bryan lao shi $8 tonic


Today I got this yellow eel at $5;

I bought this from Chinatown market ; sometimes fatigue is due to lack of energy and face abit yellow we need cook this le;
I boil with black beans and red dates remove seed for 1 hour; add salt to taste

Benefits; nourish blood, increase body Qi, blood pressure problems,face not radiant, no strength , super exhausted soup;


黑豆红枣煲黄鳝的功效:具有补中益血、益气安神的功效。适用于贫血。症见面色萎黄,气短懒言,神疲乏力,舌质淡红,苔白。

Nutrition and Health Benefits of Eating Eel 
  • Eel does not contain sugar, and is low in sodium and high in phosphorus.
  • It is very rich in Vitamins A, B1, B2, B12, D and E, which are necessary for the body’s general wellbeing.
  • Eels possess substances that are best for rejuvenating the body in summer.
  • The fish decreases cholesterol, lowers blood pressure and reduces the risk of developing arthritis.
  • It promotes good eyesight, normal brain development and nervous system function.
  • Studies have shown that eels significantly reduce the chances of developing type-2 diabetes.
  • Since it is high in omega-3 content, high intake of eel can delay the development of diabetes in glucose intolerant individuals.
  • The fish helps in easing cardiovascular disease risk factors, like high triglyceride levels.
  • The skin, flesh and bones of an eel are capsulated in the powdered form, to make it more concentrated. This powdered form is consumed as an all-natural food supplement in Japan and some parts of Europe.
  • The powdered form is developed especially for elderly people who want to live with renewed strength, vitality and energy.
  • The Korean men consume eels as a good source of stamina.

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