Dietary therapy for treating hypertension in the elderly (Part 2): Stir-fried shrimp with fresh mushrooms, tofu, and goji berries in a casserole

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Casserole with Fresh Mushrooms and Tofu

[Ingredients]150g tofu, 100g fresh mushrooms, 10g shrimp, sesame oil, salt, MSG, and white pepper powder to taste.

[Instructions]① Wash the fresh mushrooms, squeeze out the water, and slice them thinly. ② Wash the tofu and cut it into small cubes. Wash and drain the shrimp. ③ Heat sesame oil in a pot, then stir-fry the shrimp briefly. Pour in boiling water and transfer the mixture to a clay pot. ④ Bring the clay pot to a boil, then add the tofu cubes and sliced ​​mushrooms. Bring to a boil again, then add MSG, salt, and white pepper powder.

[Efficacy] Clears heat and detoxifies, calms the liver and lowers blood pressure. Suitable for patients with hypertension.

Grilled fresh mushrooms

[Ingredients]400g fresh mushrooms, appropriate amounts of chicken essence, soy sauce, chopped green onion, chopped ginger, white sugar, sesame iodized salt, starch, sesame oil, clear broth, and peanut oil.

[Instructions]① Wash the fresh mushrooms and remove any impurities. ② Heat a wok over high heat, add a little peanut oil, then sauté minced scallions and ginger. Add soy sauce, sugar, chicken bouillon, sesame seeds, and iodized salt to taste. Add the fresh mushrooms, add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat. Thicken with cornstarch slurry, drizzle with sesame oil, and serve.

[Efficacy] Promotes blood circulation and removes blood stasis, nourishes the liver and lowers blood pressure. Suitable for elderly patients with hypertension.

Radish and Cilantro Salad

[Ingredients]300g radish (red or white), 25g cilantro, 20g each of red and green chili peppers, 20ml sesame oil, salt, vinegar, and pepper to taste.

[Instructions]① Remove impurities from the cilantro, wash thoroughly including the roots, and drain. ② Wash the radish (do not peel), cut into thin strips, add salt and marinate for about 10 minutes, squeeze out the excess water, and place in a bowl. ③ Remove the stems and seeds from the chili peppers, cut into strips, add a small amount of salt and marinate for 3 minutes, then mix with the radish strips. Finally, add the drained cilantro, salt, vinegar, pepper, and sesame oil, and mix well.

[Efficacy] It invigorates the spleen and stomach, promotes digestion and regulates qi. It is suitable for patients with hypertension who also experience indigestion and abdominal distension.

Braised green beans

[Ingredients]400g green beans, 50g shiitake mushrooms, 15ml vegetable oil, 10ml soy sauce, appropriate amounts of salt, cooking wine, scallions, ginger, MSG, and chicken broth.

[Instructions]① Wash the green beans, remove the pointed ends, and tear off the strings on both sides as you do so. Break them into 3 cm long pieces (breaking them makes them easier to flavor than cutting them into pieces). ② Remove the roots and dry skin from the scallions and slice them thinly; wash and mince the ginger. ③ Soak the shiitake mushrooms in warm water (about 2 hours), then wash them to remove any dirt and cut them into 1 cm wide strips. ④ Heat vegetable oil in a wok, add the scallions and ginger to sauté, then add a little cooking wine and chicken broth (or water). Add the green bean pieces and shiitake mushroom strips, soy sauce, and salt, stir-fry evenly, cover the wok, and simmer over low heat until the green beans are tender. Add MSG before serving.

[Efficacy] Nourishes and strengthens the spleen and stomach, calms the liver and lowers blood pressure. Suitable for patients with hypertension.

Stir-fried shrimp with goji berries

[Ingredients]15g goji berries, 200g shrimp, appropriate amounts of rice wine, chopped green onions, minced ginger, salt, and MSG.

[Instructions]① Wash the goji berries and soak them in warm water. ② Rinse the shrimp and drain. ③ Heat vegetable oil in a wok until it reaches 70% of its smoking point. Add the goji berries and shrimp, along with Shaoxing wine, chopped green onions, and minced ginger. Stir-fry repeatedly until the shrimp are cooked through. Add salt and MSG, stir-fry briefly, and it's ready. Serve as a side dish.

[Efficacy] Nourishes both Yin and Yang, and lowers blood pressure. Suitable for patients with hypertension due to Yin and Yang deficiency.

Milk-flavored tomatoes

[Ingredients]200 ml milk, 3 eggs, 2 tomatoes, appropriate amounts of starch, salt, pepper, leafy greens, peanut oil, sugar, and MSG.

[Instructions]① Wash the tomatoes and cut them into crescent-shaped pieces; mix milk with cornstarch to make a sauce; then fry a few sunny-side-up eggs. ② Heat a wok over high heat, add a little peanut oil, then add the tomato pieces and stir-fry briefly. Add a suitable amount of salt, then pour in the prepared milk sauce and stir well. ③ Spread the fried eggs in the wok, add a little sugar and pepper, simmer over low heat for 3 minutes, then add a little MSG and stir well. Remove from the wok and plate; finally, garnish with chopped or torn fresh green leafy vegetables.

[Efficacy] Strengthens the spleen and improves appetite, nourishes and lowers blood pressure. Suitable for patients with hypertension due to spleen and stomach deficiency.

Older adults can eat more watermelon, apples, cucumbers, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, etc., depending on their individual circumstances, as these can help lower blood pressure. However, consistency is key to achieving the desired effects from dietary therapy.