Women who often eat black fungus (wood ear mushroom) can enhance beauty, detoxify the body, and achieve a healthier, glowing complexion!

Black fungus (wood ear mushroom) is a common ingredient in the kitchen — and a “beauty elixir” in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Neutral in nature and sweet in flavor, it enters the Lung, Stomach, and Large Intestine meridians.
It nourishes the blood and Qi, moistens the lungs, clears the intestines, and helps with detoxification.
Rich in plant-based gelatin and iron, it’s an excellent ally for women to replenish blood, regulate menstruation, and improve complexion.
When paired with essential oils that match your body constitution, it can harmonize the body inside and out, helping you feel light and radiant from within.

Black Fungus (Wood Ear Mushroom): Nourish Blood, Moisten Dryness, Promote Detoxification
In TCM, black fungus is considered a “medicinal food” — a gentle, moistening, and detoxifying tonic that nourishes the lungs, improves circulation, and supports healthy digestion.
Modern nutrition also confirms that it’s rich in gelatin, iron, protein, and dietary fiber, which help promote bowel movement, improve anemia, and clear vascular waste.

Main Benefits of Black Fungus
Nourishes the blood and enhances beauty — rich in iron, helps improve anemia and pale complexion
Moistens the lungs and relieves cough — clears lung heat, eases dry throat and thirst
Activates blood circulation — helps reduce blood viscosity and improve circulation
Promotes detox and bowel movement — high fiber helps relieve constipation and boost metabolism
Lowers cholesterol and protects the heart — helps remove excess cholesterol and supports cardiovascular health

‍ Suitable for:
Women with dull complexion, fatigue, and blood deficiency
Those suffering from constipation or poor metabolism
Individuals with high cholesterol or vascular stiffness
People with dry cough, throat dryness, or lung heat
Post-menstrual or postpartum women needing gentle recovery

Contraindications:
Avoid if you have weak digestion, loose stools, or frequent diarrhea
Not suitable for those with heavy menstrual flow or blood clotting disorders
Do not eat raw — always cook thoroughly before consumption
Avoid soaking dried fungus overnight to prevent bacterial growth

Pairing Suggestions:
Black Fungus + Red Dates + Longan Sweet Soup — nourishes blood, calms the mind, moistens the lungs
Black Fungus + Carrot + Chinese Yam Stir-fry with Meat Slices — strengthens spleen, promotes digestion, and boosts metabolism
Black Fungus + Astragalus + Goji Berry Soup — replenishes Qi and blood, enhances skin radiance

After soaking, rinse several times to remove sand or impurities. Do not soak overnight!

Essential Oil Pairing Suggestions:
Frankincense + Rose (diffuser): promotes circulation, regulates Qi and blood, relaxes emotions
Sweet Orange + Geranium (abdominal massage): supports digestion, harmonizes the spleen, and relieves constipation
Patchouli + Vetiver (foot soak): warms Yang, dispels dampness, boosts metabolism, and improves circulation

TCM × Essential Oils × Gentle Nourishment
Black fungus is a “nourishing yet non-cloying, moistening yet non-cooling” tonic.
Far from being just a kitchen sidekick, it plays a vital role in TCM for activating circulation, nourishing the skin, and supporting gentle detoxification — especially beneficial for women’s long-term care.
Combined with essential oils that promote Qi and circulation, it helps refine your body’s inner balance and bring out your natural glow.

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