【Diet and Health】006--The most comprehensive guide to the benefits of whole grains; save it for later – no need to thank me!

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　　【Dietary Health】006--The most comprehensive guide to the benefits of whole grains; save it for later – no need to thank me! When it comes to whole grains, some people might roll their eyes and say, “Those are things people ate in the 1960s; who eats them these days?” But you’re wrong – whole grains are actually very popular nowadays! 1. Millet: http://img03.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/43e3849a7441ed77566024a60b10e6da Millet can help strengthen the kidneys and stomach, reduce heat, replenish deficiencies, and promote mental calmness as well as good digestion. Xiaomi is rich in tryptophan, which is easily absorbed by the body. Tryptophan promotes the secretion of serotonin, a substance that aids sleep, making it an excellent food for improving sleep and digestion. 　　2 Sorghum http://img02.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/52900f5355355daa912fd2725543e5f4 Sorghum can warm the middle jiao and tighten the intestines, prevent cholera, promote urination, strengthen the spleen and benefit the middle jiao, as well as replenish qi and clear the stomach. Sorghum has a significant therapeutic effect on indigestion in children and weakness of the spleen and stomach in adults, and it is very beneficial for overall physical health. 　　3 Coix seed: http://img03.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/20d25f3e2ee3bb5ca5f4de3db29bb23e. Coix seed can help reduce heat in the body, strengthen the body, improve kidney and lung function, stop diarrhea and soothe the stomach, as well as reduce swelling; it can also alleviate mild inflammation in the intestines and stomach. Coix seed is suitable for those suffering from beriberi and edema; it can also help improve acne, reduce dark spots, freckles, and rough skin. 　　4　Gorgon fruit: http://img02.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/5cd8abdd5687f4f15f81efabf683362e. Gorgon fruit can strengthen the spleen and kidneys, relieve diarrhea, provide pain relief and sedation, and alleviate symptoms such as diarrhea, neuralgia, rheumatic bone pain, and knee pain. Gorgon fruit can also strengthen the spleen and stomach, nourish the spleen to produce blood, improve hearing and vision, beautify the skin, and prevent aging. 　　5　Buckwheat http://img01.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/e53f1fbf52612cc7e01e250c78e52145 Buckwheat can boost energy, improve appetite and promote bowel movement, as well as clear heat and remove toxins. Buckwheat is used in medical practice to prevent and treat diseases such as hypertension, stroke, arteriosclerosis, and nephritis. The linoleic acid it contains can lower cholesterol and blood lipids in the body. 　　6 Soybeans http://img02.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/75af0ad5d1868fa325cd170ef98dc308 Soybeans can strengthen the spleen, moisten dryness and reduce fluid retention, boost energy, and clear heat while dispersing blood stasis; they can help prevent and improve breast cancer and prostate cancer, as well as alleviate symptoms related to menopause and osteoporosis in women. Additionally, they help keep blood vessels flexible, treat iron-deficiency anemia, and relieve nervous exhaustion. 　　7　Oats http://img04.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/99733f8a40e10d5329dd789bda62212c Oats can strengthen the spleen and kidneys, stop bleeding and reduce swelling, as well as replenish energy and boost physical strength. The linoleic acid contained in oats helps to improve diabetes and constipation, reduces cholesterol levels, restores strength after illness, prevents cardiovascular diseases, and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels. 　　8　Brown rice: http://img03.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/0dd7b5536185db64c591811710024e11 Brown rice aids digestion; it is easier to digest and absorb than white rice. It can help prevent beriberi and eliminate toxins. Brown rice retains its germ, which accounts for only 3% of the rice by weight, but it contains 70% of the vitamins and antioxidants found in the rice, especially vitamin B1. Therefore, it is more suitable for infants, people with diabetes, and those who want to maintain a slim figure. 　　9　Black beans: http://img04.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/eb9248fc65c08f082b329dd7bfd4fc43 In traditional Chinese medicine, black beans are considered to be a cooling, nourishing, and aphrodisiac herb. Consuming an appropriate amount of black beans has a positive effect on diabetes, vision loss, premature graying of hair and skin, eczema and athlete’s foot, as well as anemia. Eating some black bean powder daily, mixed with sesame powder and walnut powder, can make hair dark and shiny. 　　10　Black Rice http://img02.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/5c4b3a9226a3c7227e6eefad082159f0 Black rice is a precious variety of glutinous rice; it is an ideal food for those suffering from diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, as well as a nourishing substance with very high nutritional value. 　　11. Sesame: http://img01.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/e10e4f23dc5cedbbc284f6ff11abbf69. Sesame helps to soften the intestines and promote bowel movements; it also promotes blood circulation, improves appearance, stimulates hair growth and makes it darker. Additionally, it enhances brain function, improves memory, and slows down aging. Sesame contains substances that help prevent weight gain in the body; by consuming it alongside a diet for weight loss, rough skin can be improved. 　　12. Peanuts: http://img02.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/75d1d3dcd6c60752a3f8bcd10a09c44c. Peanuts are one of the “top ten foods for longevity”; they are rich in vitamins, proteins, fats, riboflavin, unsaturated fatty acids, as well as calcium and phosphorus. They have a positive effect on conditions such as digestive disorders, coughing and shortness of breath, anemia, constipation, and intestinal dryness. They are therefore a food suitable for people of all ages. 　　13　Sweet potatoes http://img02.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/d905693614d2cb9ab9161eda7f2f28f2 Sweet potatoes are low-calorie and low-fat foods; they can also prevent carbohydrates from turning into fat. Eating them in autumn can help with weight loss. However, one should not consume too many sweet potatoes at once, as this may cause symptoms such as heartburn and bloating with gas. People with diabetes, gastric ulcers, or excess stomach acid should also avoid eating them. 　　14 Mung beans: http://img04.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/8273d017886d76557c9aa8578775d5d6. In the dry autumn season, people tend to become irritable; therefore, in addition to staying hydrated, it is also necessary to calm the mind and reduce internal heat. Mung beans help reduce heat and relieve summer heat, as well as promote diuresis. It has the effects of improving eyesight and lowering blood pressure, as well as moistening the throat and quenching thirst; it is beneficial for treating conditions such as heatstroke, food poisoning, and difficulty in urination. 　　15 Proso millet: http://img01.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/467b74d4bed8fed30a77489a78380b91. It has high nutritional value, containing abundant protein, starch, fat, as well as the 8 essential amino acids required by the human body, along with trace elements and minerals. It can be used to make fried pastries and rice wine. Information source: Pharmaceutical Investment Promotion yyzs.99.com.cn/ 16 Kidney Beans http://img03.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/0b4c080cfaa86faed028ccec2e945a37 Kidney beans are also a rare food source that is high in potassium and magnesium and low in sodium, and this characteristic is very useful in nutritional therapy. Kidney beans are particularly suitable for people suffering from heart disease, arteriosclerosis, high blood lipid levels, hypokalemia, and those who need to limit salt intake. 　　17. Kidney beans: http://img04.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/038fd4661225f84cbffc3fab8a704359 Kidney beans contain protein, carbohydrates, crude fiber, phospholipids, choline, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, niacin, as well as various minerals such as calcium, iron, phosphorus, and potassium; in particular, they have high levels of phosphorus and potassium. 　　Traditional Chinese medicine holds that hyacinth bean has a sweet taste with a slight pungent flavor. It acts on the Spleen and Stomach meridians. It has the effect of treating conditions such as weak spleen and stomach function and edema. 　　18　Peas http://img02.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/6ce861876713ef911a9ff71e9a645349 Peas have a sweet taste and a neutral nature; they act on the spleen and stomach meridians. Their effects include strengthening the middle energizer, stopping diarrhea and dysentery, regulating the nutritive and defensive qi, promoting urination, reducing swelling, and eliminating the toxicity of milkstones. It has certain dietary therapeutic effects on conditions such as athlete’s foot, abscesses, poor milk flow, digestive disorders of the spleen and stomach, hiccups and vomiting, abdominal pain, and thirst along with diarrhea. 　　19　Cowpeas http://img01.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/f29d8ef053d53f6f6e4b4645aead7ca0 Cowpeas have the effects of regulating the middle energizer and boosting qi, strengthening the stomach and kidneys, harmonizing the five internal organs, improving complexion and maintaining health, generating vital essence, relieving thirst, treating vomiting, diarrhea, and dysentery, as well as detoxifying. It is used to treat symptoms such as vomiting, dysentery, and frequent urination. 　　20　Lentils http://img02.sogoucdn.com/app/a/100540018/4137d04c23b75f3e6e7d1bb7c5d45ab6 　Small lentils provide protein as well as soluble fiber that can help lower cholesterol; their iron content is twice that of other beans. Lentils also contain high levels of vitamin B and folic acid; folic acid is very important for women as it can reduce the risk of fetal defects.