Infantile malnutrition according to Chinese Medicine
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Tamarind fruits might help with infantile malnutrition
Why might Tamarind Fruit (Suan Jiao) help with infantile malnutrition?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat infantile malnutrition as can be seen on Tamarind Fruit's page.
Tamarind Fruits is a Cool herb that tastes Sour and Sweet. It targets the Stomach and the Heart.
Its main actions are: Clears Summer Heat and relieves Stomach food Stagnation.