The Benefits and Effects of Chinese Torreya Nuts
Apr 21, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Lei
Introduction
Chinese torreya nuts are relatively rich in fatty oils and protein, making them a high-calorie food. When consumed, they help supplement the body's required protein, provide energy, and alleviate hunger. The high-calorie fats in these nuts have a mild laxative effect, making them a commonly used natural anthelmintic to help expel intestinal parasites. Additionally, due to their high oil content, Chinese torreya nuts can moisten the intestines and promote bowel movements, thereby helping to relieve constipation.
Common benefits and effects of Torreya nuts generally include providing calories, expelling parasites, and moistening the intestines to relieve constipation. Specific details are as follows:
1. Providing Calories
Torreya nuts contain abundant fats and oils as well as protein, making them a high-calorie food. Consuming them helps supplement the body's required protein, provides energy, and alleviates hunger.
2. Expelling Parasites
Torreya nuts contain high-calorie fats that produce a mild laxative effect. They are commonly used as an anthelmintic. For parasitic infections such as roundworm or hookworm, eating Torreya nuts on an empty stomach in the morning may help eliminate parasites.
3. Moistening the Intestines and Relieving Constipation
Torreya nuts are rich in oils. After consumption, they help lubricate the intestines and promote bowel movements, thereby improving constipation.
In addition, Torreya nuts can also strengthen the spleen and replenish vital energy. Due to their certain medicinal value, it is recommended to consume these nuts under medical guidance to avoid possible adverse effects.
