Generally speaking, the functions and benefits of bamboo shoots mainly include quenching thirst, promoting diuresis, replenishing qi and heat, and relieving phlegm and refreshing the stomach. From a nutritional perspective, bamboo shoots have the characteristics of low fat, low sugar, and high fiber. Bamboo shoots are a natural low-fat and low calorie food, suitable for weight loss. The dietary fiber contained in bamboo shoots can increase the storage of intestinal water, promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, soften feces, facilitate excretion, treat constipation, and prevent colon cancer. The dietary fiber contained in bamboo shoots also has a certain adsorption function, which can reduce the absorption rate of sugar, fat, and cholesterol in food, and has a certain auxiliary effect on the treatment of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and hyperglycemia. The content of plant protein, vitamins, and trace elements in bamboo shoots is relatively high, which helps to enhance human immune function and improve the ability to prevent and resist diseases.

Patients are advised to consume in moderation and those with allergies should use with caution.