Rhizoma Dioscoreae, also known as Bulbus Fritillariae Cirrhosae, Bulbus Fritillariae Cirrhosae, Bai Bei, Fructus Cannabis, Bulbus Fritillariae Cirrhosae, etc. , is a commonly used Chinese herbal medicine. It belongs to Fritillaria of Liliaceae and is a perennial herb. Yam is a common Chinese herbal medicine, mainly grown in Sichuan, Yunnan, Guizhou, Hunan, Guangxi and other places.

Yam has many functions, such as clearing away heat and resolving phlegm, moistening lung and relieving cough, stimulating appetite and strengthening spleen, benefiting qi and promoting fluid production, nourishing yin and reducing fire. Therefore, it is widely used in the field of Chinese medicine. Let's introduce the use of hemp potato.

How to use yam?

1. Soaking method of yam

Wash the yam, slice it with a knife, then put it in a cup, add some boiling water, and let it stand for a while before drinking. If you want to increase the taste, you can add some honey or medlar.

2. Cooking method of yam soup

Wash yam, cut it into small pieces, then put it in a pot, add appropriate amount of water, boil it and turn to low heat for about 20 minutes. Finally, add some rock sugar or medlar, and you can drink it.

3. Stewing method of yam.

Wash yam, cut it into small pieces, then put it in the pot with pork, add appropriate amount of water, boil it and stew it for about 2 hours. Finally, add a proper amount of salt and monosodium glutamate to serve.

Efficacy and function of Chinese yam

1. Clearing heat and resolving phlegm

Yam has the effect of clearing away heat and resolving phlegm, and can be used to treat cough, excessive phlegm and sore throat.

Runfei cough

Yam can moisten the lungs and relieve cough, and has a certain therapeutic effect on respiratory diseases such as chronic bronchitis and asthma.

3. Appetite and spleen

Hemp yam can stimulate appetite, strengthen spleen, stimulate appetite, promote digestion, and relieve symptoms such as stomach cold and spleen deficiency.

Invigorating qi and promoting fluid production

Rhizoma Dioscoreae can replenish qi and promote fluid production, and relieve symptoms such as dry mouth, physical weakness and fatigue.

5. Nourish yin and reduce fire

Hemp yam can nourish yin and reduce fire, and relieve symptoms such as dry mouth, dry eyes and throat, dizziness and so on.

Matters needing attention of hemp potato

1. Pregnant women should not take it.

Pregnant women should avoid taking hemp yam, because it has certain medicinal activity and may have an impact on the fetus.

Excessive intake

Yam should not be eaten in excess, because it may be harmful to health.

3. Drug interaction

Yam may interact with other drugs, so attention should be paid when using it.