Durian kernels are edible. Durian kernels are the seeds in the flesh of the durian fruit, which can be peeled and eaten directly, or cooked with water. The nutritional value of durian kernels is similar to that of durian, which is a warm food and can help relieve symptoms such as menstrual cramps when eaten properly. Durian kernels contain starch, vitamins, dietary fiber and trace elements such as calcium, iron, zinc and magnesium, among which vitamin A helps to enhance vision, vitamin B is good for liver function and vitamin C helps to improve the body’s resistance. Durian kernels are milder than durian pulp and can be dried and used in soups with other ingredients to have some medicinal value. Durian kernels can be used in soups with chicken bones and winter melon, which to some extent can assist in tonifying the kidneys and spleen, nourishing the yin and replenishing the blood, and is suitable for people with a weak spleen and stomach and deficient qi and blood. Durian kernels can also be used in soups with lean meat and cinnamon, which can help to warm the kidney, strengthen the spleen and nourish the blood. In addition, durian kernels should be eaten in moderation and not raw. Durian kernels contain starch and fiber, which makes them easy to feel full, but too much of them can cause bloating, abdominal pain, indigestion and other symptoms, especially in people with poor gastrointestinal function, and should be avoided to avoid aggravating the condition.