It comes from the desert, and both men and women like it

In the grasslands and deserts of Xinjiang, Gansu, Inner Mongolia and Qinghai, there grows a succulent plant known as the "elixir of life": Cynomorium songaricum. As the name suggests, Cynomorium songaricum can nourish the kidneys. Because of this, the locals believe that regular consumption can keep people young.

The reproduction of Cynomorium songaricum is quite interesting. It starts to mature in July and August. There are male and female flowers on the top, which pollinate each other and produce seeds, unlike ordinary plants. Because the scales on the top are relatively hard, the seeds cannot fall off. At this time, a small white insect called Cynomorium songaricum will grow at the root of Cynomorium songaricum. The insect will eat from the root all the way up to the top. The seeds will fall to the bottom and flow with the water to a suitable place for foster care. In March of the following year, they will begin to germinate. Forming a gestation cycle.

The elixir of life that grows in the desert: Dr. Chen of Cynomorium songaricum teaches you how to consume it for the best effect

Therefore, the most suitable time to collect Cynomorium songaricum is March. When it first emerges from the ground, its medicinal effect is the highest. After collecting, the inflorescence should be removed to avoid nutrient consumption, and then it can be placed in the desert to dry.

Effects of Cynomorium songaricum:

1. It is used for impotence due to kidney yang deficiency, backache, weak knees, and infertility. This product has similar effects to Cistanche deserticola. Combined with Eucommia ulmoides, Morinda officinalis, and Cuscuta australis, it strengthens the muscles and bones. It can also be used together with tortoise shell and turtle shell to replenish essence and blood and nourish the kidneys.

2. Used for constipation caused by deficiency of essence and blood.

However, it should be used with caution in patients with Yin deficiency, hyperactivity of fire, and damp-heat constitution.

Dietary prescription:

Nourishing Essence and Rejuvenating Soup:

Ingredients: appropriate amounts of Cynomorium songaricum, Cistanche deserticola, Lycium barbarum, and red dates, add pork ribs, boil over high heat, then simmer for 2 hours. It can treat decreased sexual function, dark complexion, fatigue, low back pain, and thinning hair.

But remember, not all kidney-tonifying medicines are good things, and you can’t take them randomly. Only those that are suitable for your body are good things.