The medicinal properties of whole grains can prevent and treat diseases, are economical and practical, and have no side effects.
When it comes to tonic, the first thing people often think of are various tonics, meat or delicacies. In fact, the whole grains we usually eat are also good tonics. Traditional Chinese medicine has a saying that "medicine and food come from the same source". The medicinal properties of whole grains can be used to prevent and treat diseases, are economical and practical, and have no side effects.
Rice: Also known as japonica rice, it is sweet in taste and neutral in nature. It has the effects of replenishing qi, strengthening the spleen and stomach, and eliminating polydipsia. In winter, the indoor heating is hot and the air is dry. Drinking some rice porridge in the morning and evening can avoid the trouble of dry mouth. Diabetic patients are particularly reminded that different cooking methods of rice have different effects on blood sugar. Research shows that dry rice cooked with the same amount of rice has less impact on blood sugar than porridge. Therefore, diabetic patients eating dry rice for breakfast can help control blood sugar.
Millet: Also known as corn, it has a sweet taste and a mild nature. It has the effect of strengthening the spleen and stomach. It is suitable for people with spleen and stomach deficiency and heat, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, and those who are weak after childbirth or illness. When millet is cooked into porridge, a layer of fine sticky substance floats on top, commonly known as "rice oil". Traditional Chinese medicine believes that rice oil is extremely nutritious and has the strongest nourishing power. There is a saying that "rice oil can replace ginseng soup".
Wheat: Wheat is sweet in taste, mild in nature and slightly cold in nature. It has the effects of strengthening the spleen and kidneys, nourishing the heart and calming the mind. Those who are upset and insomniac can cook porridge with wheat, rice, and jujubes. In addition, wheat bran contains high dietary fiber, which has a preventive and therapeutic effect on hyperlipoproteinemia, diabetes, atherosclerosis, hemorrhoids, senile constipation, and colon cancer.
Corn: Sweet in taste and neutral in nature, it has the functions of strengthening the spleen and diuresis, appetizing and improving intelligence, calming the heart and activating blood circulation. The linoleic acid in corn oil can prevent cholesterol from depositing on the blood vessel wall, and has a positive effect on preventing hypertension and coronary heart disease. In addition, it also has diuretic and blood sugar lowering effects, which is especially suitable for diabetic patients. American scientists also discovered that eating corn can destroy brain cells and enhance people's memory. The lutein and zeaxanthin contained in corn can prevent the occurrence of macular degeneration in the eyes of the elderly.
Barley: Also called barley, its protein content is much higher than that of rice and noodles, and it is easy to digest and absorb. It is beneficial to reduce the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and enhance physical fitness. According to traditional Chinese medicine, barley is sweet in taste and slightly cold in nature. It has the functions of strengthening the spleen, nourishing the lungs, clearing away heat and promoting dampness. Modern research has proven that barley has anti-tumor, immune-enhancing, and hypoglycemic effects. Cooking porridge with barley and rice or adding an appropriate amount of rock sugar can increase the appetite of cancer patients and reduce the toxic side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy. In addition, the coixin contained in barley has an inhibitory effect on striated muscles and can reduce wrinkles. People who love beauty may wish to eat more.
Sorghum: Sorghum is sweet in taste and warm in nature, and has the effect of strengthening the spleen and stomach. For children with indigestion, sorghum can be stir-fried in a pot until fragrant, peeled and ground into powder. Take 2-3 grams each time and mix it. However, sorghum is warm in nature and contains tannic acid, which has astringent and antidiarrheal effects. People with constipation should not eat it.
Soybeans: Soybeans are mild in nature and sweet in taste. They have the effect of strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi. People with weak spleen and stomach should eat them regularly. Various soy products made from soybeans, such as tofu, soy milk, etc., also have medicinal properties: tofu can relax the body, replenish qi, clear away heat and disperse blood, and is especially suitable for people with phlegm-heat, cough, exogenous cold, and sore throat. Remind you: Whole grains are also medicine. This folk recipe comes from the Internet. Please follow your doctor's advice before using it.