What to do with freshly picked ginkgo nuts

Ginkgo is a very ancient plant on Earth. It is affectionately called a living fossil among plants. Investigations have found that the lifespan of ginkgo can reach more than 3,000 years. Moreover, the entire ginkgo tree is a medicinal material. For example, ginkgo leaves can be used to make tea, thereby helping the body to lower blood pressure and blood lipids. Ginkgo also has another name called ginkgo nut. So how to deal with the newly picked ginkgo nut?

First, how to deal with freshly picked ginkgo nuts? To deal with fresh ginkgo nuts, first pick the ginkgo nuts from the tree. Generally, they should be soaked in water for a week. Do not touch the skin. Wear gloves to peel off the skin tumors and, that is the ginkgo nut. Afterwards, you can put it in a windy place to dry, but remember not to expose it to direct sunlight.

Second, the dried ginkgo nuts can be eaten raw or cooked. But remember, don't overeat, because eating too much can lead to poisoning. It is relatively easy to shell fresh ginkgo nuts. Just tap the shell lightly with a small hammer and it will break, making it easy to peel open. Remember not to use too much force, otherwise the juice inside will be crushed.

Third, there is a layer of membrane on the outside of the ginkgo after it is peeled open. At this time, you can soak it in warm boiled water and then remove the membrane. The kernels after removing the membrane can be soaked in water or refrigerated in the refrigerator. When we were in the countryside, we would just put the ginkgo nuts with their shells directly into the fire and roast them. The germ of ginkgo contains a small amount of poison, so it is usually only visible after the ginkgo fruit has been stored for several months. Because ginkgo nuts are slightly poisonous, it is generally best for children to eat more soursop, and adults can eat no more than ten.

What to do with freshly picked ginkgo nuts? The above content introduces that ginkgo nuts have the effects of benefiting the lung qi, curing cough and asthma, reducing urination, protecting blood vessels, and increasing blood flow. According to modern medical research, Ginkgo biloba also has the ability to unclog blood vessels, improve brain function, delay brain aging in the elderly, enhance memory and treat Alzheimer's disease. Regular consumption of ginkgo can also nourish yin and beauty, resist aging, and prolong life.