Do you ever experience occasional forgetfulness, short memory & stress-related memory problems, etc? It could be a sign of neurodegeneration problems! Gingko nuts are known to be beneficial in improving memory problems & neurodegeneration conditions, etc. In addition, nuts like Chestnuts, Lotus seeds & Walnuts are known to be beneficial in improving brain health & decrease LDL cholesterol, etc.
Serving size: 4 persons of rice bowl size.
Benefits: Helps to improve cardiovascular problems, memory problems, neurodegeneration conditions, poor blood circulation, respiratory tract problems, stress & skin health, etc.
Ingredients
(1) Chestnuts – 8 nos.
(2) Gingko Nuts – 20 nos. (Cooked Gingko Nuts pack: Soak in hot water for 10 minutes to remove preservatives Or If using Dried Gingko Nuts: deshell nuts, boil in water for 10 minutes & peel off skin. After 10 minutes, rinse with water)
(3) Lotus Seeds– 12 nos. (Wash & soak lotus seeds in hot water for 10 minutes to soften them. After 10 minutes, rinse with water)
(4) Walnuts – 8 nos.
(5) Goji Berries – 12 nos. (2.4 grams)
(6) Chicken Thigh – 1 piece.
(7) Olive Oil – 1 teaspoon. (Alternative healthy oils eg: Chia Seeds oil or Coconut oil, etc)
(8) Pepper Powder to taste.
(9) Salt – 1 teaspoon.
(10) Water – 900-1000 ml.
* Daily Recommended Intake: Goji Berries 15-30 grams & Gingko nuts (a) For adults: If take on daily basis, take not more than 10 nos. (b) For children below 12 years old: If take on daily basis, take not more than 5 nos. Children below 5 years old: If take on daily basis, take not more than 3 nos.
Preparation
(1) Parboil Chicken meat in hot water for 1 minute to remove impurities. Discard the water & wash the Chicken meat clear of excess fats.
(2) Put Chicken meat into a stewing pot (Healthier choice: Glass, corning or clay pot) & pour water into the stewing pot then turn on high flame. Once the water start to boil, turn to low flame & stew for 2 hours.
(3) After 2 hours, discard soup’s surface excess oil then put washed Lotus seeds into the stewing pot & stew for another ½ hour.
(4) Once ½ hour is up, add Chestnuts & Walnuts then stew further for another ½ hour. Once the final ½ hour is up, add cooked Gingko nuts, Goji berries, Olive oil, Pepper & Salt and stir well. Turn off flame & let the soup steep for 10 minutes before serving.
Note
(1) Suitable for everyone especially for those who have poor memory. Best time for memory booster: Consume this soup in the morning.
(2) Ginkgo nuts should be eaten in limited quantities as excess intake may cause 4’-O-methylpyridoxine (Ginkgotoxin) poisoning.
(3) Moderate intake of Goji Berries if you are pregnant or breast-feeding because Goji Berries contain a chemical known as Betaine which may cause miscarriage.
(4) For vegetarians: Remove the chicken and reduce the cooking time from 3 hours to 1 hour.
Caution: To drink this soup at an interval of ½ to 1 hour from medications. If you are pregnant or having any medical conditions, please seek your health expert before consuming this soup.
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