Pear Drink for Late Summer Fatigue [Medicinal Cuisine]

The lingering heat of September, which drains the body of energy even more than the heat of July and August, really takes a toll on us, doesn't it?

A medicinal remedy for late summer fatigue. I introduce this every year, but

it has to be pears.

Thank you for ripening at this time of year.
I am grateful for nature's bounty.

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Pears cool the body's internal heat, soothe throat inflammation, and replenish moisture. They are truly perfect for this time of year when summer heat meets the beginning of autumn dryness.

For scratchy sore throats and persistent dry coughs.
For skin that feels tight after washing. They also have benefits for improving constipation, recovering from fatigue, and preventing heatstroke.

Pear juice helps ease painful coughs.

With high water content, plenty of fiber, a crunchy texture, and rich sweetness, they are delicious just peeled and eaten, but I would like to introduce some drinks.

Three Pear Drink Selections

🔸 Pear Lassi

Blend pears and yogurt together in a blender.
Add one tablespoon each of honey and lemon juice.

The crunchy texture and the balance of sweetness and acidity are superb. The sweetness and acidity tighten pores and suppress excessive sweating.

Honey
moisturizes not only the skin, nose, and throat but also the stomach and large intestine.
Only when mucous membranes are well-moisturized can they perform their barrier function to prevent the entry of pollen and viruses. It is something we should actively consume.

Lemon
circulates qi to reduce irritability and feelings of depression.
It cools the heat trapped in the body and replenishes moisture.

Yogurt
moisturizes and regulates the large intestine. Good for improving the intestinal environment.

🔸 Pear and Amazake Smoothie

If you are feeling cold, grate the pear, simmer it briefly with amazake, and add one tablespoon of lemon juice. It will warm your stomach comfortably.

Amazake
Replenishes the 'qi' that serves as the source of energy and improves summer fatigue.
It also warms the body and stomach chilled by air conditioning.

🔸Pear and Fig Drink

Dice the pear and fig, add honey and lemon juice, and pour in sparkling water.

Be enchanted by the luxurious harmony of sweetness from the pear and fig.
The fig season is almost over, too. The fruit shop owner even said, 'I don't know if we'll get any more in.'
It is a precious harmony of the end of summer.

Fig
Regulates the gastrointestinal tract and replenishes moisture. Good for when appetite is low.

Sparkling water
Has the effect of circulating 'qi,' so it refreshes both your mood and your stomach.

Thank you for reading until the end.