Longxu grass is a common plant in rural areas, often seen along the roadside and in fields. In the past, people used to use longxu grass to make straw shoes and lamp wicks, but now it is more commonly used in the field of medicine. Let's learn about the antihypertensive effect of traditional Chinese medicine longxu grass and see some pictures of it!
1. Lowering blood pressure
Longxu grass is the whole plant with roots of the fern family grass plant. It has the effect of dispelling wind and cold, eliminating dampness and swelling, and promoting blood circulation. It also has a certain antihypertensive effect.
It is especially effective in treating paralysis and limb spasm after stroke caused by poor blood circulation in the meridians, often accompanied by local swelling and pain.
This herbal medicine is mostly wild, as it prefers to grow on rocky cliffs and requires moss to be present in its growing environment.
2. Kidney nourishment and strengthening the body
Stewing meat with longxu grass can treat kidney deficiency. It can be stewed with pig's feet, pork ribs, etc. In many folk households, it is commonly used as a medicinal ingredient for soups. Stewing the soup does not affect the taste, and it can dissolve the effective ingredients into the soup, helping to nourish the kidneys, invigorate qi, and strengthen the body.
It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly people. It can nourish the kidneys, strengthen the body, and promote the flexibility of joints after injury.
