Today while we were having our small talks, Leelin happened to mention something about Birds nest drink. At that moment I thought my ears were playing tricks again as they always do.Maybe it was a brand name of some drink. And then when I heard the description I was wide-eyed and open- mouthed!
The Chinese believe in herbal medicines too ( just like ayurveda in India). Yet I wonder why they call it herbal when they have medicines like dried seahorse.
The birds nest drink is not like what it sounds.Don't be fooled by the name. Its not birds nest in water. Its in fact the birds saliva!! Now thats a shocker, isn't it!! I dont known how I come across such fun facts! Thanks Leelin!
Birds make their nests out of twigs by sticking them together by their saliva or -Spit! These nests are soaked in water for 2 days till all the mixture becomes jelly like. It looks like coconut water with pieces of gummy jelly in it.The Chinese drink it for long life, healthy heart & eyes . Also for men who have stamina problems.
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| The Bird's Nest drink Originally uploaded by the fallen angel |
While we are still little kids thats when the adults start imbibing values and culture into us until it sets deep in our minds.To the extent where anything contradicting our thoughts become strange and alien. We are told that certain things are disgusting and forbidden but sometimes by broadening the horizons not only do we become wiser but also come to face the reality that those values imbibed were not true at all!
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| all kind of herbs - Originally uploaded by the fallen angel |
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| Chinese herbal medicine Originally uploaded by the fallen angel |
At times like these I wish I could carry my Cam everywhere. Let's make do with the pictures for now.
P.S: Leelin also mentioned about Rhino horns being used for medicinal purposes, and Hashima ( dried fallopian tubes of frogs! ) consumed monthly by the Chinese for good complexion and to keep the kidney and the lungs healthy! More on this after I learn even more from a Chinese medicine man.
good informative article... The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality.curiosity is the begining wondering is the end.
ReplyDeleteGo on exploring girl, there's so much out there and I liked the way you put it questioning if what we've learnt so far is right or not in the first place. Keep writing, its inspiring indeed.
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