Stir-fried euryale seed

Ingredient Profile

Chinese Name芡实(炒)
PinyinQian Shi (Chao)

Modern Research Perspective

Euryale seed contains starch, proteins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and other constituents. Experimental research has explored antioxidant, metabolic, gastrointestinal, and nutritional effects, but findings depend on processing, extraction, and model design.

Clinical evidence for the stir-fried material as a single standardized herb is limited. Dose, allergy, digestive tolerance, interactions, and long-term safety remain insufficiently characterized.

Traditional Function

Stir-fried Euryale Seed is traditionally sweet, astringent, and neutral. It is used to strengthen the Spleen, secure essence, stop diarrhea, and reduce excessive discharge. Stir-frying is part of the medicinal identity and may modify its traditional and chemical profile.