The Efficacy and Functions of Pig's Small Intestine
Disease description:
My kidney function is not very good, and I have some symptoms of kidney deficiency. I heard from someone that I can improve my health by eating pig's small intestine (tripe). I would like to ask, what are the functions and benefits of pig's small intestine?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Porcine urinary bladder, also known as pig's bladder, has the following main therapeutic effects:
1. Tonifying the kidney and consolidating essence: Porcine urinary bladder can nourish the kidneys and has an auxiliary therapeutic effect on symptoms such as lumbago, knee weakness, and seminal emission caused by kidney deficiency. The kidney stores essence and governs water metabolism; by tonifying the kidney, porcine urinary bladder helps improve conditions such as frequent urination and increased nocturnal urination caused by kidney deficiency.
2. Promoting diuresis and reducing edema: Porcine urinary bladder has a diuretic effect and is suitable for symptoms such as edema and difficult urination. It can promote the excretion of excess body fluids and alleviate bodily swelling caused by impaired water metabolism.
3. Nourishing the bladder: Because the porcine urinary bladder has an anatomical structure similar to that of the human bladder, consuming porcine urinary bladder can nourish the human bladder, enhance bladder function, and help prevent and serve as an adjunctive treatment for diseases such as cystitis.
As it contains a certain amount of fat and cholesterol, it is recommended to consume it in moderation and use healthy cooking methods such as clear stewing or making soup. Additionally, specific populations, such as those with hypertension or hyperlipidemia, should further control their intake.
