The efficacy and function of Torreya grandis and the taboos of eating Torreya grandis

Torreya grandis can be as old as 400 to 500 years. It is a famous longevity tree. Its fruit is a rare fruit with high nutritional and medicinal value. Torreya grandis is a specialty of Zhejiang Province. Zhuji, the hometown of Xi Shi, is rich in Torreya grandis and is a famous Torreya grandis hometown. Torreya grandis has great effects. It can kill insects, treat hemorrhoids, and treat abdominal pain caused by worms.

The efficacy and function of Torreya grandis

1. Torreya grandis can promote intestinal peristalsis

Torreya grandis contains a lot of fatty oil, and each Torreya grandis fruit contains 51.7% fatty oil, which is higher than that in peanuts and sesame. After eating Torreya grandis, the fatty oil enters the body along with the Torreya grandis, which can not only provide a lot of energy to the human body, but also moisturize the stomach and intestines and promote gastrointestinal function.

2. It can relieve hunger and thirst

In addition to fatty oil, Torreya grandis also contains a lot of protein. Every 100 grams of Torreya grandis contains 10 grams of protein. By eating Torreya grandis, you can take in a lot of protein, replenish the necessary energy for body functions, relieve fatigue, and make the body feel energetic.

3. It can relieve dry eyes

Torreya grandis contains a lot of vitamin A which is good for eyes and can relieve symptoms such as dry eyes and night blindness. Modern young people often face computers and mobile phones, which will inevitably cause damage to their eyes after a day. Eating more Torreya grandis can prevent dry eyes and protect the eyes.

Taboos on eating Torreya grandis

Although Torreya grandis has a lot of uses, you can’t eat too much of it. Eating too much may cause internal heat and sore throat. At the same time, you can’t eat it with mung beans. Mung beans are cold foods, while Torreya grandis is hot. If you eat them together, you will have diarrhea. Torreya grandis itself has the effect of moistening the intestines and relieving constipation. People with constipation can promote gastrointestinal motility. However, people with weak spleen and stomach can easily have diarrhea if they eat it.