1 Diuretic and reduce swelling
Red bean and barley oatmeal has the effect of diuretic and swelling, strengthening the spleen and expelling dampness, detoxifying and expelling pus. Therefore, it is suitable for patients with edema, athlete's foot, edema, and difficulty in urination. For people with other symptoms, eating some red bean and barley cereal appropriately in daily life can have a diuretic and swelling effect. 2. Strengthen the spleen and nourish the stomach
Barley returns to the spleen, stomach, and lung meridians. It has the functions of strengthening the spleen and exuding dampness, removing paralysis and diarrhea, clearing heat and draining pus. Red beans and oats are also very rich in amino acids and vitamins. And minerals, especially the saponins contained in oatmeal can regulate the intestinal function of the human body. Eating some red bean and barley oatmeal appropriately can nourish the spleen and stomach to a certain extent. 3 Promote weight loss
Red beans, barley, and oatmeal are rich in dietary fiber, which will increase a certain sense of fullness after eating. If you eat a cup about half an hour before eating, you can reduce the intake of the following meal. Promoting weight loss and reducing caloric intake can also play a role in promoting weight loss to a certain extent. 4. Soothing and laxative
The dietary fiber contained in red bean and barley oatmeal can not only promote gastrointestinal motility and help digest and absorb food, but also absorb water in the intestine and increase the volume of feces. This can help food residues to be discharged from the body, and has a laxative effect for people with constipation.