Mugwort: The longevity secret of a 97-year-old woman!

You would never guess that the mugwort plant growing around your home could become a miraculous tool to protect your health with just one simple steaming session. It has become the secret to longevity for a 95-year-old traditional medicine doctor. He has been using it for decades. Even now, he remains sharp and full of energy. Could this seemingly ordinary method be hiding a powerful health secret? Today, I'm going to share this amazing tip with you. Watch the video and give it a try. It's a natural way to care for your health without spending much at all. Starting in summer, mugwort grows in abundance and enters its peak growing season. It can grow wild or be cultivated in home gardens. It goes by many different names in different regions. What is it called where you live? When harvesting mugwort, choose the freshest, greenest parts of the plant. If you're buying it, remove any yellow or wilted leaves. Trim off the overly mature stems. This traditional herb, known as the king of herbs, contains essential oils, natural organic acids, and bitter compounds. It also holds resins and nutrients like vitamin C. It is often used in health-promoting dishes. After picking it, we start cleaning it. Prepare a large basin. Add a sufficient amount of salt, then pour in clean water. Stir well to dissolve the salt. Place the mugwort into the basin. Spread it out evenly and press it down so that it's fully submerged in the salt water. Soak the mugwort in the salted water for about 10 minutes to loosen dirt and debris. After the time is up, observe the water in the basin closely. You'll notice it has turned murky and there are visible impurities in the water. Use your hands to lift and lower the mugwort in the water to help dislodge any remaining dirt. Then remove the mugwort. Replace the water and rinse several more times until the water is completely clear and the mugwort is thoroughly clean. This method ensures the mugwort is both clean and safe. Drain the mugwort in a basket. Now place the drained mugwort on a clean cutting board. Cut the mugwort leaves into short pieces about 3 centimeters long. With each cut, a fresh herbal aroma spreads through the air. Place the chopped mugwort into a large basket. Spread evenly to increase the rate of moisture evaporation. Let it air dry naturally before proceeding. Next, take a few fresh ginger roots and break them into smaller, manageable pieces. This helps clean the ginger more effectively. Add a little water to moisten the ginger. Sprinkle a moderate amount of salt on top. Using the abrasiveness of the salt, gently rub the ginger skin to remove any dirt or grit from every crevice. Since ginger skin isn't smooth, having wrinkles and grooves, it's easy for dirt to accumulate. Then, carefully scrape those uneven areas with a sharp knife. Afterward, place these pieces into water. Rinse the ginger thoroughly. Change the water and continue rinsing until the ginger is fully clean, revealing its smooth, pale yellow skin. Place it on a cutting board and slice it into thin, even slices. As the weather warms up, eating ginger properly can help maintain a healthy body. Since ginger peel has a cooling property that balances the warming nature of the ginger flesh, it's best to keep the skin on. Then, carefully cut the ginger into thin shreds. To ensure a tender texture and maximize nutrient release, try to slice the ginger into evenly thin pieces. Next, sprinkle the shredded ginger evenly over the green mugwort leaves. Gently use your hands to mix everything so that the ginger and mugwort blend well. Each leaf should be coated with thin ginger threads. Now it's ready. Prepare a steamer pot. Add a sufficient amount of water into the pot. Place the steaming tray on top. Add the mixture of mugwort and shredded ginger to the tray. Spread it out evenly. Cover the lid and steam over high heat. This short steaming time not only reduces the bitterness of the mugwort effectively, but also helps neutralize it. Watch closely. When you see steam rising, turn off the heat. Remove the lid. You'll immediately smell the rich aroma of mugwort and ginger filling your kitchen. It's truly relaxing. Take the steaming tray out. Now prepare a pan and heat it. Pour the steamed mixture into the pan. Lower the heat and start dry frying it. Stir continuously. You can use chopsticks or your hands to toss the mixture. At first, the mugwort is still damp from steaming, so you'll hear a slight sizzling sound at the bottom of the pan. As the temperature rises, the moisture gradually evaporates and the leaf edges begin to curl and become livelier. Be patient and keep stirring to ensure even heat distribution and avoid burning. Mugwort and ginger both have anti-inflammatory properties that help relieve joint pain, especially back pain and neck shoulder aches. You can stir fry mugwort and ginger until warm. Add a little salt, then apply the mixture to the painful area. It's a very effective remedy. Over time, the moisture in the mugwort is drawn out and the leaves shrink into small rounded forms. The once soft and fluffy ingredients start to become dense, glossy, and release an even stronger herbal scent. When the sizzling sound disappears and the mugwort and ginger become dry and slightly pliable, it's nearly done. At this point, it's ready. Turn off the heat and remove the pan. Then pour the mixture onto the tray. Spread the mixture out on a tray. Gently separate the pieces to allow them to cool faster and release any remaining moisture. Take advantage of nice weather to dry the tray in a sunny spot. Let the warm sunlight shine on the mugwort leaves. Over time, the mugwort will curl and become brittle, filling the air with an increasingly rich herbal fragrance. Where are you watching from? Please leave a comment to let me know. After two days of sun drying, the soft mugwort leaves become crisp and dry. You can check their dryness by gently pinching a small amount between your fingertips. If you can easily crush the mugwort and ginger into a fine, crisp powder similar to crumbling dry tea leaves with no moisture remaining, this means they've reached the ideal level of dryness. If the weather is unfavorable, you can finish the drying process by using a low-temperature dehydrator to ensure they are completely dry. Only by drying or dehydrating them to this level can you prevent mold and spoilage caused by leftover moisture during storage. This ensures long-term preservation of this homemade, health-promoting ingredient and keeps it ready for use anytime you want to enjoy nature's pure and healthy flavor. Now, prepare a clean, airtight jar, completely dry and free from any traces of oil. Carefully place the mixture into the jar, preserving the essence of sunlight and nature. Tightly seal the lid to protect it from humidity. Your handcrafted, all-natural mugwort tea, free of additives, is now ready. With this method, you can store it for up to a year. To ensure optimal storage and enjoyment, label your homemade mugwort and ginger tea. Use a permanent marker to note the production date, accurate to the year, month, and day, and stick the label on the side or lid of the jar. This way, each time you enjoy the tea, you'll see the production date clearly, making it easier to track shelf life. It also adds a thoughtful touch to your creative handmade tea. When you're ready to use it, take a spoonful of the mugwort and ginger mix and place it in a cup. Pour in boiling water. The dried mugwort leaves will slowly bloom in the water, releasing their rich, aromatic flavor. Take a sip. The warm tea with its natural scent will fill your mouth, warming both your stomach and your body. With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy a nourishing cup of tea that brings relaxation and comfort. Mugwort and ginger tea is a traditional wellness drink, filled with a healthy energy gifted by nature. Mugwort is rich in natural phytonutrients, while ginger offers a distinct spicy aroma. Together, they create a tea that not only has a deep and complex flavor, but also offers numerous health benefits, especially in relieving joint pain, aiding digestion, and improving blood circulation. It boosts metabolism, helps reduce belly fat, and relieves cold symptoms such as cough, fever, and headaches. Soaking your feet in mugwort and ginger can also help reduce stress, relieve fatigue, and improve sleep quality. The video ends here. If you have any comments, please leave a comment below. If you find the video interesting, please give me a like. Don't forget to share it with your relatives and friends. Remember to subscribe to the channel. Thank you for your support. Goodbye. 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