Taking Ormosia is helpful for patients with kidney problems. According to the Compendium of Materia Medica(a distinguished traditional Chinese medical masterpiece), Ormosia has long been used to eliminate swelling. Ancient works recorded a diet of boiling Ormosia and carp till they are both boiled rotten, and this diet is helpful in treating swelling and barbiers which are common to pregnant women. In term of nutrient, Ormosia is rich of vitamin B1 and B2, protein and various mineral substances, and has the curative effects like replenishing blood, increase urination and enhancing the activity of heart. In addition, Ormosia has crystal soda which is good for promoting gastrointestinal activity and reducing constipation as well as increasing urination. The fibre ingredient helps excreting wastes like salt and fat. Ormosia is a food high of carbohydrate, so for patients with weaken gastrointestinal ability, they usually suffer flatulence after taking Ormosia. And some person prefer to add some sugar to Ormosia in order to make it more tasty, but more sugar intake will also do harm for the gastrointestinal . Adding proper amount of salt when boiling Ormosia will be helpful for eliminating flatulence. in case that anemia is caused by B12 deficiency, taking Ormosia will prove very helpful.
