🌿 Chinese Yam and Longan Stewed Softshell Turtle
[Ingredients] 40g Chinese yam slices, 20g longan flesh, 500g softshell turtle.
[Method] First, slaughter the turtle, clean thoroughly, remove internal organs, keep shell and meat, add appropriate water, and stew together with Chinese yam slices and longan flesh until tender.
[Usage] Eat the meat and drink the soup.
[Effects] Nourishes yin, anchors yang, disperses nodules, reduces swelling, replenishes yin deficiency, clears blood heat. Suitable for patients with liver cirrhosis, chronic hepatitis, and hepatosplenomegaly.
[Commentary] Throughout history, physicians have highly praised the medicinal value of softshell turtle, noting its ability to nourish vital yin and detoxify, reduce fever—making it an excellent tonic for the liver and kidneys. Modern research confirms that softshell turtle inhibits connective tissue proliferation and softens enlarged liver and spleen.