Kuhao is a highly valuable medicinal herb, also known as Baihao or Kuai. It has the function of clearing heat and detoxifying, and can be used to treat various inflammations. It can also be burned to repel mosquitoes!
Can Kuhao treat bronchitis?
Kuhao can be used to treat chronic bronchitis. Take the stems and roots of Kuhao, grind them into powder, and add an appropriate amount of water to make pills. Then, slide a stone coat on top of the pills. Take 1 gram each time, 3 times a day. Taking it after meals will be more effective.
However, a small number of patients may experience side effects after taking it, mainly manifested as bloating, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, etc.
In addition, Kuhao is most effective in treating infant eczema and allergies. Children have a positive constitution and are most suitable for using Kuhao.
The usage is also very simple. Take some fresh Kuhao, boil it with water, and then soak in the bath. When soaking, use the boiled Kuhao leaves to scrub the affected area. After soaking, do not rinse with clean water, just dry with a towel to allow the medicinal properties to be fully absorbed.
Method to repel mosquitoes with Kuhao
Oral administration: decoction, 5-10g.
External use: decoction for washing or making paste for application.
Method to repel mosquitoes: After drying, ignite it with some dry firewood, and let it burn naturally. The smoke generated by burning can effectively prevent mosquitoes without the need for an open flame.
Precautions
Oral administration: Take 2-3 qian (about 6-9 grams) of Kuhao decoction, or mash it into juice. It can also be used externally: drip the juice into the ear or apply it to the eyes.
Kuhao is not toxic, but as a Chinese herbal medicine, it still has some contraindications when used. For example, people with weak body and spleen and stomach deficiency should not take it.
Also, postpartum blood deficiency and internal cold diarrhea should not take it. Everyone should pay attention when soaking it in water to drink, so as not to harm the body.
