The efficacy of barley and yam porridge is to strengthen the spleen and stomach and aid digestion

1. Strengthen the spleen and stomach, aid digestion

Chinese yam contains amylase, polyphenol oxidase and other substances, which are beneficial to the digestion and absorption of the spleen and stomach. It is a food and medicine that nourishes the spleen and stomach. In clinical practice, Chinese yam is often used to treat spleen and stomach weakness, poor appetite, fatigue, diarrhea and other symptoms. Coix seed has the functions of strengthening the spleen, nourishing the lungs, clearing away heat and promoting diuresis. It is also a food suitable for people with weak spleen and stomach.

2. Nourishes the kidneys and improves essence

Yam contains a variety of nutrients, such as potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, carotene, starch, vitamin C, vitamin A, etc., which have the effect of strengthening the body, nourishing the kidney and benefiting the essence. All symptoms such as kidney deficiency and spermatorrhea, women with excessive leucorrhea and frequent urination can be treated with yam and barley porridge.

3. Nourishes the lungs and relieves cough

Yam contains saponins and mucus, which have lubricating and nourishing effects. Therefore, it can benefit the lung qi, nourish the lung yin, and treat symptoms of lung deficiency, phlegm, cough and long-term cough.

4. Lowers blood sugar

Yam contains mucus protein, which has the effect of lowering blood sugar. It can be used to treat diabetes and is an excellent food therapy for diabetics.