Vitamin Deficiency Functional Recipes

Author: Fang Jia
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: Food can help people prevent illness and promote health, a topic that aligns perfectly with the emerging medical theory—the Fourth Medicine. The Fourth Medicine, also known as self-care medicine, is gaining popularity and attracting worldwide attention. It advocates scientific self-protection methods, simple and effective treatments, and recovery techniques to achieve physical and mental well-being, longevity, and a healthier life. It is particularly suitable for those in the "third state" (i.e., the sub-health state). The third state is a condition between health and illness. If not addressed promptly, it can easily progress into disease; if properly managed in time, it can transition back to health. The ancient saying "medicinal supplements are better than dietary supplements" has a scientific basis. Zhang Zhongjing, the "sage of medicine" in China's Han Dynasty, discussed this early on: "All food and drink should nourish life. If improperly consumed, they can cause harm. Some foods are beneficial to the body, while others may be harmful. When consumed appropriately, they benefit the body; when harmful, they can lead to illness." Sun Simiao, the "King of Medicine" in the Tang Dynasty, also warned people: "Those who do not understand the principles of dietary appropriateness cannot survive." The grains, meats, fruits, vegetables, and delicacies that have been selected and passed down through generations are not only delicious but also highly nutritious. They are also easily accepted, digested, and absorbed by the body, while also providing certain auxiliary benefits in preventing and treating diseases and promoting health. The essence of scientific dietary care lies in selecting and consuming foods based on their nutritional characteristics, properties, and functions, tailored to individuals, seasons, and environments. The same illness may manifest differently in people with different constitutions or living in different environments, so dietary care must also follow the principle of "specific circumstances, specific treatment." This book was written to introduce readers to the knowledge and information related to dietary care, enabling them to understand the functions of foods and choose functional foods scientifically and reasonably based on their personal circumstances, thereby facilitating the treatment of illnesses and the promotion of health and well-being.