Soybeans are recognized for their high protein content, which is crucial for the body's repair and recovery processes. In TCM, soybeans are valued for their ability to replenish energy, making them beneficial for fatigue recovery.
In Yakuzen, soybeans are considered a beneficial food for individuals with a weak spleen or stomach, which are important organs in TCM.
The spleen is a central organ in TCM, responsible for digesting food and liquids, transforming them into Qi (vital energy), blood, and other essential substances, and distributing them to the rest of the body. A healthy spleen ensures proper digestion and energy distribution.
A weak spleen could cause various symptoms, including indigestion, bloating, poor appetite, and fluid retention. These symptoms indicate that the spleen is not effectively processing food and fluids, leading to stagnation and imbalance in the body.

Tofu and Abura-age (thin deep-fried tofu) are commonly used for Japanese dishes and are both products made from soybeans.

Nature – Neutral（平）
Channels – Spleen (脾), Stomach (胃), Large intestine (大腸)
Flavor – Sweet (甘)

How does soybean help you?

1. Improve your spleen and stomach functions
2. Moisten dryness and promote urination

Good for the following symptoms

1. Fatigue
2. Poor appetite 
3. Fluid retention caused by a weak spleen

Japanese home dishes with soybeans

1. Gomoku ni (Simmered Soy beans and vegetables)
   Benefits - Promote urination and reduce fluid retention / Replenish blood / Improve spleen function and help you recover from physical exhaustion

Main Ingredients
Dried soybeans, Carrot, Dried shiitake mushrooms, Hijiki seaweed, Konjac, Soy sauce, Sugar, Sake, and Crushed red chili peppers

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Cautions

It's very important to know about your body conditions before choosing foods.
Do not eat too much of particular foods at once.
Do not eat the foods you are allergic to.
There are foods to avoid if you are pregnant / have a disease. Ask your doctor before you start Yakuzen.