Patient's question:
What should a baby with spleen deficiency and malnutrition eat?Doctor's answer:
Sweet in taste and cool in nature, it can moisturize dryness, nourish the liver, benefit the intestines and stomach, and relieve constipation. In "Shi Yao Ben Cao," it is described as "benefiting the five internal organs, promoting the intestines and stomach, and detoxifying alcohol." Spinach can stimulate the secretion of the stomach and pancreas, increase appetite, and aid digestion. Its rich dietary fiber can also help intestinal peristalsis, promoting bowel movements. However, spinach is high in oxalates, which hinder calcium absorption. It should be avoided when consumed with high-calcium foods like tofu or seaweed, or lightly blanched before cooking to remove oxalates.