1.Lotus Seed and Tremella Soup
[Source] “Tonic Supplements, Tonic Drugs, and Beneficial Tonic Prescriptions”
[Functions] Tonifies qi and yin and stops seminal emission.
[Indications] Spermatorrhea caused by deficiency of Kidney yin.
[Formula] 15-25 grams of Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. seed (lotus seed), 12-15 grams of Euryale ferox Salisb. ex Konig et Sims semen (gorgon fruit), 6-9 grams of Tremella fuciformis Berk. (snow ear), 15 grams of Dioscorea opposita Thunb. (Chinese yam), 1 egg, and an appropriate amount of granulated sugar.
[Preparation Method] First, decoct lotus seeds, gordon euryale seeds, and dioscorea opposita in water, then add tremella fuciformis. After the lotus seeds and gordon euryale seeds are cooked, finally add eggs (after cracking the shells, stir the eggs with chopsticks before adding), add sugar and consume.
[Usage] Take at will.
2.Cornus Fruit Porridge
[Source] Empirical Prescription
[Functions] Tonifies the Liver and Kidney, astringes and stabilizes.
[Indications] Impotence and spermatorrhea, frequent urination in males; excessive menstrual flow and incessant metrorrhagia in females.
[Formula] Fructus Corni 15 g, glutinous rice 50 g, appropriate amount of brown sugar.
[Preparation Method] Wash the Cornus officinalis fruit, then place it in a sand pot together with glutinous rice and brown sugar. Add 450 milliliters of water, simmer over a gentle flame until it just begins to gently boil and the rice is cooked, the porridge becomes thick, and a layer of porridge oil forms on the surface.
[Usage] Take it warm on an empty stomach once in the morning every day. Ten days constitute one course of supports.
3.Stewed Pig Kidney with Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata
[Source] Folk Dietary Tonic Therapy for Common wellness
[Functions] Strengthen the Kidney and stop enuresis.
[Indications] Spermatorrhea, impotence, and premature ejaculation due to Kidney yang deficiency.
[Formula] A pair of fresh pig Kidneys, 3 grams of Radix Aconiti Lateralis Preparata.
[Preparation Method] Remove the white membrane from the fresh pig Kidney, wash it clean, cut it open, place aconite carmichaeli Debx. inside, wrap it with wet paper, and roast it over charcoal until cooked.
[Usage] Take one dose daily for several consecutive days.
4.Dodder Seed Congee
[Source] Zhou Pu
[Functions] Tonify the Kidney and replenish essence.
[Indications] signs of imbalance such as soreness and pain in the waist, knees, tendons, and bones due to Liver and Kidney deficiency, weakness of the legs, impotence, spermatorrhea, premature ejaculation, and frequent urination.
[Formula] Dodder Seed (Cuscutae Semen, Tu Si Zi) 60 grams, Japonica Rice 100 grams, appropriate amount of white sugar.
[Preparation Method] Crush the dodder seeds, add 300 milliliters of water, decoct until the volume is reduced to 200 milliliters, strain to remove the dregs and retain the liquid. Add japonica rice to the liquid, then add another 800 milliliters of water, add white sugar, and cook into a thin porridge.
[Usage] Take it warm in the morning and evening every day. Ten days constitute one course of supports.
5.Dodder and Schisandra Wine
[Source] “Tonic Products, Tonic Drugs, and Beneficial Tonic Prescriptions”
[Functions] Tonifying Liver and Kidney, nourishing Heart and calming mind, astringing essence and qi.
[Indications] Low back pain, dizziness, blurred vision, spermatorrhea, and insomnia due to Liver and Kidney deficiency.
[Formula] Semen Cuscutae (Tusizi) 30 grams, Fructus Schisandrae (Wuweizi) 30 grams, 500 grams of good rice wine or yellow rice wine.
[Preparation Method] Soak Cuscutae Semen (Tu Si Zi) and Schisandrae Chinensis Fructus (Wu Wei Zi) together in wine, seal the container, and it can be consumed after 7 days.
[Usage] Three times a day, 1 to 2 small cups each time.
6.Tusisi Piaoxiao Zhiyi Decoction
[Source] “Tonic Products, Tonic Drugs, and Beneficial Tonic Prescriptions”
[Functions] Tonify the Kidney and stabilize and astringe.
[Indications] Enuresis and spermatorrhea due to Kidney deficiency.
[Formula] Cuscutae Semen (Tusizi) 12 g, Mantis Egg-case (Sangpiaoxiao) 10-12 g, Rubus Fructus (Fupenzi) 10 g, Schisandrae Fructus (Wuweizi) 9 g.
[Preparation Method] Decoct the above four ingredients together in water, and take the decoction warm.
[Usage] One dose per day.
7.Cynomorium and Chicken
[Source] Collection of Folk supports
[Functions] Strengthen the Kidney and stop enuresis, nourish yin and invigorate yang.
[Indications] Kidney deficiency impotence, involuntary seminal emission upon sexual stimulation, premature ejaculation, and other signs of imbalance.
[Formula] Cynomorii Herba (Suoyang), Cherokee Rose Fruit (Jinyingzi), Codonopsis Radix (Dangshen), Dioscoreae Rhizoma (Huaiyashan) 20 grams each, Schisandrae Chinensis Fructus (Wuweizi) 15 grams, 1 young rooster.
[Preparation Method] Slit open the chicken, remove the internal organs and other impurities, and wash it clean. Place the chicken along with the aforementioned five medicinal substances into a large stewing jar, fill it with boiling water to about eight-tenths full, cover the jar, and place it in a pot of boiling water. Stew it over water for 4 hours, and it is ready.
[Usage] Take freely as desired, or consume alongside meals.
[Commentary] During the period of taking the medication, it is crucial to maintain a clear mind and reduce desires; otherwise, all efforts will be in vain.
Interesting article! I’ve been looking into natural remedies for my husband’s issues—these recipes sound promising. Lotus seed soup seems easy to try first. Have you had any success with these? Always good to explore TCM alongside mainstream options. Thanks for sharing this knowledge!
Interesting read! I’ve struggled with similar issues and tried some TCM herbs before. The lotus seed soup sounds easy to make. Has anyone here actually tried it with good results? Would love to hear real experiences.
Interesting read! I’ve been exploring TCM for men’s health and the lotus seed soup sounds promising. Have you tried any of these remedies yourself? I’d love to know if they actually work beyond the theory.
Interesting article! I’ve tried lotus seed soup before for general wellness,
Interesting!