The benefits of drinking porridge to the human body After the porridge is cooked, there is a fine, sticky and ointment-like substance floating on it, which is called "rice oil" in Chinese medicine, commonly known as porridge oil. Many people disagree. In fact, it has a strong nourishing effect, comparable to ginseng chicken soup. Generally speaking, porridge oil is the seven advantages of millet or rice porridge: 1, which is easy to digest. The cooked rice will be gelatinized when the temperature exceeds 60 degrees Celsius, and the cooked porridge will melt in the mouth, which is very easy to digest after eating, and is very suitable for people with gastrointestinal discomfort. 2, enhance appetite, supplement physical strength when sick, add some light appetizers to porridge, such as dried plum, sweet ginger, side dishes and so on. It can not only promote appetite, but also supplement physical strength for weak patients. 3, prevent constipation Modern people pay attention to diet, lack of exercise, and many have constipation symptoms. Porridge contains a lot of water. Drinking more porridge on weekdays can not only satisfy hunger, but also replenish water for the body and effectively prevent constipation. 4. Preventing colds When it is cold, drinking a bowl of hot porridge early in the morning can help keep warm, increase the body's ability to keep out the cold and prevent colds. 5, prevent dry throat For people with sore throat and speech pain, warm porridge can moisten the throat and effectively relieve discomfort. 6. Patients with weak gastrointestinal function or ulcers should eat less and eat more meals on weekdays, which is very suitable for drinking porridge to recuperate the stomach. 7, prolong life Drinking porridge can prolong life. Porridge cooked from whole grains contains more nutrients and dietary fiber. For the elderly or patients with loose teeth, drinking porridge can prevent minor illnesses and is the best prescription for health care.