Buckwheat
Chinese Name: 荞麦
Thermal Nature: Cold
Flavor: Sweet, sour (slight)
Organ Meridian: Spleen, stomach, large intestine
Properties: Strengthen spleen and aid digestion, heal skin ulcers caused by toxins
Best Use For: Relieving bloated stomach, excessive sweating and skin ulcers
Dietary Caution: Not suitable for long term consumption. People with weak stomach and spleen should avoid eating it.
Suitable For: Balanced body constitution