The research has also proved that the active ingredients in Zi Xiu Tang bee pollen capsules original can go deeply into body cells, discompose and transfer fat so as to expel it out of the human body.
The pharmacology of diosgenin and the other steroidal compounds from dioscorea have not been investigated to a great extent a small amount of investigation was done over 20 years ago ; however, the effects may overlap those of many similar compounds found in herbal medicines, especially Chinese herbs Platycodon and other Chinese herbs with triterpene glycosides .
Diosgenin is used as a raw material for pharmaceutical production of steroidal hormones; however, the hormonal activity of the natural compounds is quite weak. Diosgenin, a spirostanol glycoside, is being investigated as a potential treatment for rheumatoid arthritis , though in amounts much larger than would be obtained from shanyao in traditional preparations.
It’s high security made it quickly popular in Europe and the United States. The security was further proved by more than 1000 clinical trials and cases in many Chinese hospitals.
To prepare fresh Chinese Yams, rinse under cool water before peeling the outer skin.
Be cautious while peeling as a slippery secretion makes the rhizome difficult to grip. (I find that choosing a narrower Chinese Yam allows for a more secure grip during peeling and slicing.)
To prepare dried Chinese Yams, rinse the dried slices quickly under cool water. Do not soak as this will leach away nutrients and weaken the beneficial functions of the herb.