What are the effects and functions of fried Poria cocos?

We all know that mushrooms are fungal foods, and there are many varieties. Poria cocos, as a commonly used Chinese medicinal material, is actually also a fungal plant. I believe many of our friends do not know this well. In clinical practice, Poria cocos is often used in combination with other Chinese medicinal materials to exert more comprehensive and rapid effects. So the question is, what are the effects and functions of fried Poria cocos?

The Poria cocos bought from the pharmacy can be eaten after being cooked, but the taste is not good. The basis for being able to be eaten as food is: the "List of Raw and Auxiliary Materials that are Both Food and Medicine (87 Types)" published by the Ministry of Health of China mainly includes items that are traditionally eaten in China, widely consumed by the people, but also used in clinical Chinese medicine. Among them is "Fuling", a famous snack: Fuling Cake, also known as Fuling Sandwich Cake, which is a traditional nourishing snack in Beijing. The functions and indications of Poria cocos: diuresis and elimination of dampness, invigorating the spleen and calming the mind; used for edema, oliguria, phlegm and fluid, dizziness and palpitations, spleen deficiency, poor appetite, loose stools and diarrhea, restlessness, palpitations and insomnia. Poria cocos has a mild nature and flavor and can be taken as food. There are no side effects if consumed for a long time. People usually mix Poria cocos with other grains to make porridge. The daily dosage is 9-15 grams.

Since it is a traditional Chinese medicine, it has contraindications. The following patients should not use it or use it with caution: 1. Patients with yin deficiency, hyperactivity of fire, dry mouth and throat should not use it. 2. Use with caution in elderly patients with kidney deficiency, excessive urination, frequent urination and spermatorrhea.

Calms the mind, eliminates toxins and fights cancer. The medicine has a mild nature and can eliminate dampness without damaging the body's vital energy. Taking it in moderation can be a good tonic for the humid seasons of spring and summer.

It can cure symptoms such as difficulty urinating, edema, phlegm and cough, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, spermatorrhea, stranguria, palpitations, and forgetfulness.

The Pachycolic acid it contains has the effects of enhancing immunity, anti-tumor, sedation, and lowering blood sugar.

It can relax the smooth muscles of the digestive tract, inhibit gastric acid secretion, prevent liver cell necrosis, and has antibacterial effects.