Note: the actions, contraindications and usage sections are currently published in Arabic (primary market content); translations are in progress. Herb name, nature, taste and meridians are shown as is.

Mai Ya

麦芽 Mai Ya

Hordei Germinatus

Nature

平

Taste

甘

📍

Meridians

脾 · 胃 · 肝

💊 Actions

Digests starches and opens the appetite; relieves milk stasis in nursing mothers.

Contraindications

Contraindicated for nursing mothers who wish to breastfeed (suppresses milk).

📖 Usage & Dosage

10-15 grams, steeped as tea.

🏠 Barley Sprouts

Similar to an Arabian barley drink; an easy entry point to Arab culture.