Constitutional Therapy for Constipation

Author: Peng Mingquan, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: This book briefly introduces the causes of constipation, dietary do's and don'ts, the key points of dietary therapy based on "Four Factors" (condition, time, location, and individual), as well as the principles and cooking methods of medicinal and edible dishes for therapeutic purposes. It selects approximately 150 medicinal and edible dishes suitable for constipation therapy, classifying them by cooking methods and providing detailed introductions on their formula composition, material selection and storage, preparation methods, indications, and efficacy. Additionally, it briefly explains the precautions to be observed when using these dishes. To facilitate readers in selecting and using them, the book lists common foods and medicinal herbs for constipation therapy, along with their synonyms, properties, functions, dosages, and precautions at the end. Furthermore, it introduces the basic cooking techniques for common medicinal soups, premium soups, and braising stocks.