Preventing Sexual Dysfunction by Chinese Diet
The Chinese have one of the earliest writings on sex which is referred to as the "Chamber Skills". Its source can be traced back over 2,000 years ago. In 1974, excavations of the Mawangdui tomb discovered not only medical writings dating back to 168 BC, but also the earliest preserved sex monographs. The main purpose of the monographs was to pursue longevity and health through sex. They contained a large amount of details on therapies and prescriptions for sexual dysfunction. Sex was an important life nourishing measure in Taoist practice too. In Taoism, a healthy and balanced sexual relationship mirrors the harmony of nature and contributes to one's longevity. Most of all, moderation is recommended; it is thought excessive sexual activity depletes yin in men and yang in women.
Strong libido relies on an abundance of kidney essence (jing) and smooth coordination of the organs. Total body health is essential for good sex to occur. Because kidney essence is made up of an acquired element from proper nutrition that is transformed and transported by normal spleen function, food therapies can also be used to enhance sexual function. Additionally, qi-gong practice can help maintain a harmonious internal environment and normal organ function. Thus both of these activities may go a long way in the prevention of sexual dysfunction.
Chinese Diet for Impotence
Pond loach A good dietary habit plays a vital role in reducing health risks. Foods and herbs share the same sources. That means food not only provides nutrients that the body needs, but it also can cure health problems via their therapeutic actions. Since impotence is mainly attributed to kidney function, it is advisable to consume foods that tonify the kidneys and strengthen yang. Samples of foods that do this are pond loaches, sparrows and sparrow eggs, mutton, animal testicles and penis, geckoes, Chinese chives, sea horses, sea shrimp, walnut kernels, sea cucumber and mussels. Sea cucumber In addition, special therapeutic diets can be consumed regularly and frequently to nourish the body. These are designed to assist the body in healing itself and maintaining libido. Below lists some sample recipes. Individuals can choose one or two for regular consumption based on their own conditions. 1. Stewed duck with Cordyceps (Chinese Caterpillar fungus) Benefits: Cordyceps are considered a superior tonic that invigorates the kidneys and lung and replenishes essence. When cooking with matured duck, it becomes a delicious dish itself. This recipe invigorates lung and kidney functions, and restores the essence. It is especially suitable for individuals with declined sexual function. Ingredients: Cordyceps- a whole male matured duck (about 1kg)
- Cordyceps (10 pcs.)
- 4 spoons rice wine
- a few slices of green onion and fresh ginger
- seasoning powder and salt
- Chinese chives (150g)
- fresh shrimp (250g)
- 1 teaspoon of Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
- pinch of salt
- 1 spoon of fresh ginger mash
- 1 teaspoon of corn starch
- 3 spoons of low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 3 green onions chopped
- 3 spoons of vegetable oil
- 5 sparrows
- millet 100g
- 1 litre / 2 pints / 4 cups water
- 1 cup of Chinese rice wine
- few slices of fresh ginger
- 3 spoons of cooking oil
- brown coriander seeds (10 pcs)
- table salt
- 2 green onions chopped
- Herba Epimedii 200g
- Fructus Lycii (wolfberry fruit) 50g
- Scolopendra (centipede) 20g
- 1 liter of rice wine (50% alcohol)