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Korean beef recommended for summer health and energy

From Hankyoreh · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Experts recommend consuming Korean beef (hanwoo) in June to prepare for the summer heat and prevent heat-related illnesses.
  • Hanwoo is rich in protein, iron, and zinc, which support immunity, energy levels, and overall health during the demanding summer months.
  • Simple, quick recipes like "Hanwoo Galbi Salad" and "Hanwoo Moksim Bibim Noodles" are provided to easily incorporate hanwoo into summer diets.

As temperatures rise and summer officially begins, experts are highlighting the importance of proactive health management, particularly in June, before the peak heat of 'sambok' (the three hottest days).

Hanwoo has a 'sweet and warm' property in traditional Korean medicine, benefiting the internal organs, boosting qi and blood, and strengthening the digestive system.

— Dr. Park Mi-kyungExplaining the traditional medicinal properties of Korean beef.

Korean beef, or 'hanwoo,' is being recommended as a key dietary component for building resilience against the summer's challenges. The meat is packed with high-quality protein, essential for immune function, along with iron to combat fatigue and dizziness often experienced due to increased sweating. Zinc, another vital mineral found in hanwoo, aids in immune system activation and cell regeneration, making it an effective choice for maintaining health and energy levels.

"Hanwoo has a 'sweet and warm' property in traditional Korean medicine, benefiting the internal organs, boosting qi and blood, and strengthening the digestive system," explains Dr. Park Mi-kyung of a Korean medicine clinic. "During summer, energy tends to dissipate outward, leaving the body feeling cold internally. Hanwoo's warm nature helps restore depleted energy and recover bodily functions weakened by issues like 'air conditioning sickness.'"

During summer, energy tends to dissipate outward, leaving the body feeling cold internally. Hanwoo's warm nature helps restore depleted energy and recover bodily functions weakened by issues like 'air conditioning sickness.'

— Dr. Park Mi-kyungDetailing how hanwoo's properties help combat summer ailments.

To make incorporating hanwoo easier, the Hanwoo Promotion Committee offers simple recipes. "Hanwoo Galbi Salad" combines nutrient-rich beef short ribs with potatoes, cucumbers, and spinach for a balanced meal. For a quicker option, "Hanwoo Moksim Bibim Noodles" features lean beef sirloin stir-fried with vegetables and served over rice noodles with a tangy sauce, designed to stimulate the appetite during hot weather. These dishes can be prepared in about 15 minutes, catering to busy lifestyles.

June, when the body starts to get tired adapting to the heat, is the golden time for nourishment. We hope you start this summer healthy with a hanwoo nourishment routine.

— Dr. Park Mi-kyungAdvising on the optimal timing for summer health preparation with hanwoo.
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Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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