What are the effects of the traditional Chinese medicine white Poria

For some diseases, using western medicine may be counterproductive, because western medicine has greater side effects than traditional Chinese medicine, and it takes a long time for the liver to metabolize it. Traditional Chinese medicine can not only cure diseases but also regulate the body. White Poria cocos is such a traditional Chinese medicine. White Poria cocos can reduce inflammation, fight bacteria, fight tumors, strengthen the spleen and nourish the stomach, increase immune cells in the body, and improve the body's immune function. It also has a beauty effect for women. When mixed with honey, it can fade spots, smooth and whiten the skin, and promote metabolism, which has a weight loss effect.

Poria cocos has a mild nature, is tonic but not harsh, beneficial but not fierce, and can both eliminate evil and strengthen the body. In our daily life, it is also a must-have in diet therapy and medicinal food, and is often used to make porridge, tea, and pastries. "Walnut and Poria Porridge" is a medicinal porridge suitable for insomnia, forgetfulness, nightmares and other symptoms caused by deficiency of both heart and spleen. Grind 50 grams of walnut kernels and 25 grams of Poria cocos into powder, and cook them into porridge with 100 grams of polished rice. You can season it with salt and sesame oil. Take it once in the morning and evening. "Ginseng and Poria Porridge" can greatly replenish vital energy, harmonize the stomach and strengthen the spleen. It is suitable for people with qi and blood deficiency and general fatigue, as well as diet therapy for patients with colorectal cancer.

Poria cocos is good at draining water and dampness and has a diuretic function, so it is often used in medicinal foods for weight loss and blood sugar lowering. For example, "Anti-Fat Poria Tofu" is more suitable for people with moderate obesity, but not suitable for people with yang deficiency obesity. Let me introduce another recipe of "Bai Ling Congee for Weight Loss and Swelling Reduction" to you. Take 100 grams of polished rice, wash it and cook it into porridge. When it is cooked, add 15 grams of white Poria powder and simmer it over low heat until the porridge is thick. This porridge has the effects of strengthening the spleen and stomach, promoting diuresis and reducing swelling. It is effective for senile edema, obesity, spleen deficiency and poor appetite, diarrhea, difficulty urinating, and edema.

Since white Poria cocos has a diuretic effect, excessive use will damage your health. Therefore, people with kidney disease or kidney deficiency will have their condition aggravated, so you must control the dosage. In addition, people with both qi and blood deficiency should not take it. There are some contraindications when consuming white Poria cocos. It should not be drunk with strong tea, as it will cause allergic symptoms such as abdominal pain and asthma, so it is best to consult a doctor before taking it.