Soybean
Glycine Max
Huang Da Dou

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; neutral

Part(s) used

Yellow seed

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To loosen center and induce stagnation, fortify spleen and disinhibit water, resolve toxin and disperse swelling.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Food accumulation diarrhea, abdominal distention and torpid intake, swelling toxin of sore and welling abscess, spleen vacuity edema, bleeding due to external injury.