What are the functions and benefits of Pueraria powder?
Disease description:
I have hepatitis and my liver function is not very good. My doctor said I can take Pueraria starch (kudzu starch) to help regulate my condition. I would like to know, what are the effects and benefits of Pueraria starch?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Kudzu starch, derived from the root of the vine plant kudzu, is a purely natural and nutritious product. Its main functions and benefits include:
1. Clearing heat and detoxifying: Kudzu starch is cool in nature and helps relieve internal heat toxicity, making it suitable for symptoms such as fever, irritability, thirst, and low-grade fever following a febrile illness.
2. Promoting saliva production and relieving thirst: Kudzu starch helps stimulate gastric function, disperse heat, and relieve thirst. It can alleviate excessive thirst and conditions like diabetes mellitus.
3. Health benefits: Rich in puerarin and various trace elements, kudzu starch offers health benefits such as assisting in lowering blood pressure, regulating blood sugar levels, and improving lipid profiles. It also contributes to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health.
Despite its benefits, kudzu starch is cooling in nature and should be used with caution by individuals with cold stomach conditions or those who experience excessive sweating during summer. It is advisable to consult a physician before consumption.
