Perilla and Hemp Porridge，From *Shouqin Yanglao* (Caring for the Elderly), Volume 4. This is another name for “Flaxseed and Perilla Seed Porridge” in *Ben Shi* (Stories of Medical Practice), Volume 10.，Regulates qi and moistens the intestines. Suitable for the elderly, postpartum women, and those who are physically weak due to chronic illness suffering from hard, dry, and difficult-to-pass stools.
Perilla and Hemp Porridge
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Formulas Name : Perilla and Hemp Porridge
Chinese Name : 苏麻粥
Drug Formulation
15 grams of perilla seeds, 30 grams of hemp seeds, 30 grams of japonica rice.
Source
From *Shouqin Yanglao* (Caring for the Elderly), Volume 4. This is another name for “Flaxseed and Perilla Seed Porridge” in *Ben Shi* (Stories of Medical Practice), Volume 10.
Processing
First, pound the perilla seeds and hemp seeds into a paste, mix with water, and strain to extract the juice; then add the rice and cook into porridge.
Benefits
Regulates qi and moistens the intestines. Suitable for the elderly, postpartum women, and those who are physically weak due to chronic illness suffering from hard, dry, and difficult-to-pass stools.
Instructions for Use
Consume on an empty stomach. May be taken long-term.
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Perilla and Hemp Porridge,Regulates qi and moistens the intestines. Suitable for the elderly, postpartum women, and those who are physically weak due to chronic illness suffering from hard, dry, and difficult-to-pass stools.