Enjoy Nutritious Natto and Warm Lotus Root Tea for a Healthier You
Enjoy Nutritious Natto and Warm Lotus Root Tea for a Healthier You
Healthy Eating Habits: Enjoying Natto and Sipping Aromatic Lotus Root Tea
I’ve been drinking soothing lotus root tea frequently, as it’s said to make the body feel lighter and is excellent for anti-aging. Lotus root tea offers a remarkable 11 health benefits: 1. Aids in weight loss 2. Relieves cold hands and feet 3. Improves anemia 4. Helps prevent high blood pressure 5. Calms the mind and spirit 6. Boosts immunity 7. Possesses anti-cancer properties 8. Aids in hemostasis (stopping bleeding) 9. Improves diabetes management 10. Supports digestive health 11. May help prevent dementia.
**Precautions:** Individuals with a naturally hot body constitution should consume with caution. Those with weak digestive functions might experience constipation or difficulty digesting. Natto itself is rich in beneficial bacteria produced during fermentation, which can support gut health.
Main Ingredients- Natto for 2 servings
- Dried lotus root (for tea)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start by learning about Natto. Natto is a traditional Japanese food made by fermenting cooked soybeans with Bacillus subtilis, known for its unique savory flavor and sticky, stringy texture.
Step 2
Nowadays, it conveniently comes in individual portions, making it easy to enjoy anytime, much like a cup of instant noodles!
Step 3
Inside each natto pack, you’ll find soy sauce and a zesty mustard sauce to enhance its flavor. Adjust the amount to your personal preference.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare the natto for eating. Carefully peel off the thin paper covering the natto. You can stir it directly in the container or transfer it to another bowl before mixing.
Step 5
I personally enjoy placing it directly on top of my rice. Serving natto over a bowl of rice creates a satisfying and wholesome meal.
Step 6
Drizzle the included soy sauce and mustard sauce evenly over the natto. You can adjust the quantities to your taste. Then, mix everything together for a delicious combination!
Step 7
The key to enjoying natto is how much you stir it. When you vigorously mix the natto with chopsticks, you’ll notice more and more sticky, stringy mucilage forming. This is the essence of natto!
Step 8
This sticky mucilage is packed with beneficial enzymes that are known to be very good for your health.
Step 9
As you continue to stir, you’ll see the natto becoming increasingly stringy, like fine threads. The more you stir, the healthier you make it!
Step 10
Taking a bite of the well-mixed natto on warm rice is truly delicious! The savory and healthy taste fills your mouth wonderfully.
Step 11
Pairing this with a cup of warm lotus root tea makes the experience perfect. Its comforting aroma brings a sense of peace.
Step 12
Drinking soothing lotus root tea multiple times a day, instead of regular water, makes my body feel significantly lighter and is great for anti-aging, so I’ve been drinking it consistently. Start your healthy habit today!
