Shinshu Taro

Shinshu Taro

　　1. Taro is rich in various nutrients such as protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, magnesium, sodium, carotene, niacin, vitamin C, B vitamins, and saponins. Among its mineral content, it has a relatively high level of fluoride, which helps clean teeth and prevent dental caries, thus protecting oral health.

　　2. Its high nutritional value can enhance the body’s immune function and serve as a staple food in dietary therapy for cancer prevention and treatment. It also plays a supportive role during cancer surgery or postoperative radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and recovery.

　　3. Taro contains a type of mucoprotein that, once absorbed by the body, produces immunoglobulins, also known as antibody globulins, which can boost the body’s resistance. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that taro can detoxify the body and inhibit or dissolve various types of toxic swelling and pain, including cancer-related toxins, making it useful in preventing and treating tumors and lymphatic tuberculosis.

　　4. Taro is an alkaline food that can neutralize excess acidic substances accumulated in the body, helping to balance the body's pH levels. This contributes to beautifying the skin and maintaining healthy, dark hair. It can also be used to help treat excessive stomach acid.

　　5. Taro is rich in mucilage saponins and various trace elements, which help correct physiological abnormalities caused by trace element deficiencies. It also stimulates appetite and aids digestion, which is why traditional Chinese medicine regards taro as beneficial for invigorating the spleen and replenishing qi.