Grains & Legumes
Aduki beans
赤小豆Chi Xiao DouNutritional Value
4 / 5
Organ Affinities
Tonifies
Therapeutic Properties
Quick Facts
AHM Properties
Aduki beans are a go-to food in AHM for moving dampness and encouraging urination, which makes them especially useful for swelling, jaundice, and damp-heat conditions in the lower body. They offer gentle support to Heart Blood and have long been used in AHM beauty tonics targeting skin health. Their connection to the Heart also gives them a mild calming effect on the spirit. Their ability to drain dampness and reduce fluid retention can also support weight management.
Rich in anthocyanins and flavonoids that inhibit pro-inflammatory pathways, aduki beans provide meaningful antioxidant support aligned with their AHM role in clearing Damp-Heat and supporting urinary and digestive health.
Contraindications
May lead to Dryness; use with caution when no signs of Dampness are present. Use with caution during pregnancy as excess consumption carries a risk of miscarriage. May cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Clinically authored and reviewed by Dr. Katrina Chojnicki-Hill, DAOM, AP, Dipl. OM. Cross-referenced against American Dragon Herbs and classical AHM sources. For educational purposes only — consult a qualified AHM practitioner for personalised advice.