Freeze Dried Chinese Yam Powder Huai Shan Yao 560g Jar

Freeze-dried Chinese Yam Powder, known in TCM as Huai Shan Yao (怀山药), from Dioscorea opposita. This fine powder is made from iron-stick yam grown in Wenxian, Henan, and processed by freeze-drying to preserve its natural character. In TCM theory it is neutral in nature, sweet in flavor, and traditionally associated with the spleen, lung, and kidney channels. It is commonly stirred into warm water or added to congee as a gentle daily food.

Key Selling Points

• Made from iron-stick Chinese yam grown in Wenxian, Henan
• Freeze-dried processing to help preserve natural color and aroma
• Fine powder form that mixes easily into warm water or congee
• Neutral and sweet in TCM nature and flavor
• 560g jar suitable for daily food use

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically fine, light cream to off-white in color, with a mild, faintly sweet yam aroma. When mixed with warm water it forms a smooth, slightly thick drink with a gentle, neutral taste. It can also be stirred into congee or soups without overpowering other ingredients.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into warm water as a simple daily drink
• Add to rice or millet congee
• Blend into soups or porridge
• Use in home baking or dessert recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Huai Shan Yao is traditionally used as a gentle food-like herb associated with the spleen, lung, and kidney channels. It is commonly prepared in congee, soups, or decoctions, often paired with ingredients such as lotus seed, goji berry, or pork. It is traditionally taken as part of daily nourishment rather than for acute conditions.

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