{"product_id":"sliced-round-rhizoma-dioscoreae-huai-shan","title":"Sliced Round Rhizoma Dioscoreae \/ Huai Shan","description":"\u003ch3\u003e【Benefits】\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn traditional Chinese medicine, Huai Shan (Chinese yam, \u003ci\u003eDioscorea opposita\u003c\/i\u003e) is valued for its effects of \u003cb\u003etonifying the spleen and stomach, promoting fluid production and nourishing the lung, and tonifying the kidney and securing essence\u003c\/b\u003e. It effectively alleviates symptoms like poor appetite, loose stools due to spleen deficiency, dry cough due to lung deficiency, and nocturnal emission or excessive leucorrhea due to kidney deficiency. From a modern nutritional perspective, Huai Shan is rich in dietary fiber, which promotes intestinal peristalsis and prevents constipation. It also contains bioactive components like polysaccharides, which can enhance immune function and have antioxidant effects, helping to reduce oxidative stress in the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e【Nicknames】\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuai Yam, Yam, Shanyu, Chinese Yam, Common Yam Rhizome\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e【Properties and Tastes】\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTastes sweet; neutral in nature; enters the Spleen, Lung, and Kidney meridians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e【Nutritional Value】\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuai Shan is a nutrient-dense food. It is rich in \u003cb\u003estarch\u003c\/b\u003e, serving as a good source of energy. Its \u003cb\u003eprotein\u003c\/b\u003e content is moderate, containing essential amino acids. It is also a good source of \u003cb\u003evitamins\u003c\/b\u003e such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and B-group vitamins, which play important roles in antioxidant defense, energy metabolism, and nerve function. For \u003cb\u003eminerals\u003c\/b\u003e, it contains potassium, magnesium, iron, zinc, and selenium. Potassium helps maintain heart function and blood pressure, while magnesium is involved in many enzymatic reactions. Additionally, Huai Shan contains bioactive substances like yam polysaccharides and allantoin, which have immune-regulating and wound-healing effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e【Storage Methods】\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor \u003cb\u003efresh Huai Shan\u003c\/b\u003e: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight. It can also be stored in the refrigerator’s crisper drawer (4-8℃) wrapped in paper towels to absorb moisture, preserving it for 1-2 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor \u003cb\u003edried Huai Shan\u003c\/b\u003e: Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dry, and dark place. Ensure the container is sealed tightly to prevent moisture absorption and oxidation, which can maintain its quality for 6-12 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegularly check for signs of spoilage, such as mold, softening (for fresh), or discoloration (for dried). Discard any spoiled Huai Shan immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wing Hop Fung","offers":[{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":67743043748003,"sku":"etl1792576573224","price":5.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":67743043780771,"sku":"khs1792576573225","price":13.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/8152\/7459\/files\/sliced-round-rhizoma-dioscoreae-huai-shan_1.jpg?v=1792576577","url":"https:\/\/www.luvorenta.com\/products\/sliced-round-rhizoma-dioscoreae-huai-shan","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}