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Chestnut 栗子

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Traditional use

Supports the spleen and kidneys.

Warming — good if you feel the cold; moderate it when you feel hot.

Hard to digest in large amounts.

In season for

Cold Dew Minor Cold

Nutrition (approx.)

100 g

213kcal

Protein2.4 g
Carbs45.5 g
Fat2.2 g
Fibre8.1 g

Reference values per 100 g; actual values vary by variety and cooking.

Especially good for

Yang Deficiency

Also warm

Walnuts Apricot kernel

Based on traditional Chinese medicine for general wellness education — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. If symptoms persist, are severe or unusual, please see a doctor or registered Chinese medicine practitioner.