Yam can be eaten on an empty stomach to nourish the spleen and stomach. Yam is commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine since ancient times to nourish the spleen and stomach, and after entering the gastrointestinal tract, yam will enhance the protective layer on the mucosa of the stomach wall, suitable for patients suffering from chronic gastritis or acid reflux, not only can you eat on an empty stomach, you can also add yam to your meals. It is a good idea to take yam with the following points: 1. Although yam can nourish the spleen and stomach, it is weak and can be taken together with other drugs, such as angelica and astragalus, which are more specific in their medicinal effects and have a better effect on the spleen and stomach when taken together. 2. The medicinal properties of yam are relatively calm and neutral. enhance the therapeutic effect.