Research progress of malt

Malt is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine. Vitamin B exercises for invigorating the spleen and relieving depression of the liver. Polysaccharides have the effect of lowering blood glucose. Enzymes have the effect of digestion and accumulation. Alkaloids are related to terminating lactation, Soothing the Liver and induced abortion. Dietary fiber helps to strengthen spleen. In this paper, the chemical composition and clinical application of malt were reviewed in order to provide reference for the development and application of malt related preparations. Key words: Hordei fructus germinatus; Function; Mechanism of actiona; Chemical compositions (TCD); Pharmacologic actions; Review