Recent research has found that barley has the function of improving digestion and relieving constipation. Patients who consume barley experience regular bowel movements, reduced bloating, and relieved abdominal pain. In this article, our editor brings you a recipe for red date barley porridge to relieve constipation!
[Name]
Red Date Barley Porridge
[Ingredients]
Barley, red dates, peanuts, black rice
[Preparation]
1. Soak the barley and pearl barley for 1 hour in advance.
2. Wash the black rice and white rice. Soak the peanuts in water for a while and remove the skins.
3. Put the barley, pearl barley, peanuts, black rice, white rice, and millet into separate pots.
4. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer for 30 minutes. Add the red dates to the pot.
5. Ready to serve in 5 minutes.
[Medicinal Value of Barley]
"The Compendium of Materia Medica" states that barley has a salty and warm nature, slightly cold, non-toxic, and it is used to treat symptoms such as bloating, scalding fire injury, and urinary obstruction. Generally, barley boiled in water has a cooling effect and can relieve thirst and promote diuresis.
Therefore, if you have symptoms of heat and thirst in the hot summer, drinking barley water can provide some relief. However, after roasting, the nature of barley changes. It is no longer cool but warm.
This is why some people may experience dry mouth and a feeling of heat when drinking roasted barley tea.
[Precautions]
1. Barley is not a tonic, and long-term use carries some risks, so ordinary people do not need to use it for a long time.
2. The main function of barley is to promote digestion and relieve stagnation. Therefore, it is recommended to drink barley after eating a large amount of meat, having hot pot, or dining out, as it can help with digestion.
3. Those who usually have symptoms such as obesity, constipation, acne, and indigestion caused by excessive nutrition intake can take barley for a period of time. Once the symptoms improve, there is no need to continue long-term use.
