How to preserve soft-shelled turtles in summer?

Many people have eaten soft-shelled turtles. Soft-shelled turtles are a very nutritious food with very high nutritional value. Eating soft-shelled turtles regularly not only has the effect of replenishing blood, but also has the effect of replenishing the kidneys and strengthening yang. Many people with weak bodies often use soft-shelled turtles to nourish their bodies. Although soft-shelled turtles are rich in nutrients, they are very difficult to preserve, especially in summer. Improper preservation will cause the soft-shelled turtle to lose nutrients.

How to preserve soft-shelled turtle in summer?

The live turtles you buy can be kept in a basin of water, with the water just enough to cover the turtle's back, and fed once a week. The soft-shelled turtles purchased in the summer can be placed directly in the refrigerator's fresh-keeping box, which can extend the survival time of the soft-shelled turtles. If the turtle is slaughtered, it must be eaten as soon as possible.

Selection method

Mainly look at the various parts of the turtle. Any turtle that has a complete appearance, no injuries or diseases, thick muscles, shiny plastron, blurred dorsal scapula and ribs, thick and upturned skirt, thick and strong legs, and agile movements is a superior turtle; otherwise, it is an inferior turtle. When choosing, be sure to choose fresh ones with thicker meat. It is best not to buy inferior ones.

If you don’t finish eating the soft-shelled turtle, you can put it in the refrigerator, but it must be cooled before putting it in the refrigerator. There is no problem in preserving it this way.

How to preserve the turtle if you haven't finished eating it

Let cool, cover with a plastic bag or seal the box. Freeze in the refrigerator. Just drink it up next time you heat it up. If you can’t finish the drink, don’t put it in the refrigerator to avoid secondary contamination.

Small knowledge about turtle

The belly plate of the soft-shelled turtle is called "turtle plate" and is a precious Chinese medicine that has the effect of nourishing yin and reducing fire. Used to treat dizziness, vertigo, false heat, night sweats and other diseases. It also has a good effect on stubborn headaches left over from head trauma (such as neonatal head hematoma, etc.). Turtle shell glue is a large molecular collagen protein that contains various amino acids needed by the skin. It has the effects of nourishing the skin, beautifying the skin, and improving health. Of course, tortoise shell is a traditional Chinese medicine, and whether to use it should be decided by the doctor based on the specific circumstances.

Turtle neck can treat anal prolapse. Take the whole neck, roast it over low heat until dry, then crush it, mix it with hot vinegar, and wait until it is damp and has seeped through the vinegar. Wrap it tightly with field gauze, and use a cushion to fumigate it with the smoke. Generally, it will be cured after 3 to 5 times. Although soft-shelled turtle has a good therapeutic effect on postpartum weakness and loss of energy. However, pregnant women and those suffering from postpartum constipation should not eat it or should eat it in moderation.

Can pregnant women drink turtle soup?

Pregnant women cannot eat soft-shelled turtles, which means they cannot drink soft-shelled turtle soup. Although soft-shelled turtle can nourish yin and kidney, it is salty and cold in nature, and has a strong effect of clearing blood vessels and dispersing blood stasis, so it may have an abortion effect. Especially some turtle shells, pregnant women are prone to miscarriage after eating them. In addition, there are many foods that can cause miscarriage. Pregnant women should not eat crabs because crabs, like turtles, have a certain abortion effect. The main thing is to eat a light diet and not to take excessive nutritional supplements.

What to do if you are allergic to soft-shelled turtle

Will your friends get allergic reactions after eating soft-shelled turtle? Some people may have stomach pain and diarrhea after eating soft-shelled turtle. In fact, these are all manifestations of allergies. If the allergic reaction is severe, you should go to the hospital for treatment immediately. If it is a mild allergic reaction, remember to stop the itching first.

Generally speaking, if you are allergic to soft-shelled turtle, you should take some calcium gluconate tablets + dexamethasone + vitamin C for oral treatment. It is also OK to apply Pikangwang on the body if you feel greasy. After being allergic to soft-shelled turtle, remember to eat some warming and nourishing foods in the following days. Avoid eating raw, cold, or irritating foods, and make sure to get enough rest.

In order to avoid allergies to soft-shelled turtles, the following people should not eat soft-shelled turtles. People with chronic gastritis, renal insufficiency, hepatitis, and cirrhosis should not eat soft-shelled turtles, so as to avoid inducing hepatic coma or even death. If you have a weak spleen and stomach, suffer from indigestion, and are often sick, it is better not to eat soft-shelled turtle.