bubble_chart Source The dried product of sprouted seeds from the annual leguminous plant soybean after processing.
bubble_chart Properties and Meridians
Sweet, neutral. Act on stomach meridian.
bubble_chart Efficacy
Expelling summer heat, clearing heat and draining dampness.
bubble_chart Indications
For damp-warm disease and summerheat syndrome, it is used to release the exterior, resolve dampness, treat external contraction with internal dampness, fever with irritability, chest oppression, and heavy body with pain.
bubble_chart Documentation
- Mingyi Bielu: "Sweet, neutral, non-toxic. Removes dark spots on the skin, moisturizes the skin and hair."
bubble_chart Usage and Dosage
10-15 grams. Releasing exterior and dispelling summer heat often uses dried black soybean sprouts; clearing heat and draining dampness often uses processed soybean sprouts.
bubble_chart Modern Pharmacology
Soybean sprouts contain fat, protein, enzymes, and vitamins.
bubble_chart Modern Application
Constitution treats common colds in debilitated individuals, as well as upper respiratory tract inflammation, bronchitis, or pneumonia.
