We all know that white peony is a very beautiful ornamental plant, and after drying, it becomes a highly valued traditional Chinese medicine. Let's learn about the efficacy and function of white peony together!
【Efficacy and function of white peony】
1. Liver protection
It has a significant protective effect on liver damage caused by aflatoxin and can prevent liver damage.
2. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory
Taking white peony can resist diseases such as dysentery caused by bacteria and viruses, and can inhibit the harm of bacteria such as Escherichia coli and Salmonella to our body.
3. Blood nourishment
For women with dysmenorrhea, you can take 2 liang of white peony and 8 qian of dried ginger, grind them into powder and divide them into eight portions. Take one packet a day during the menstrual period with yellow wine as a medicine guide. Take it continuously for three weeks.
【Methods of consuming white peony】
1. Stewed pork elbow with white peony
Ingredients: 25g white peony, 500g pork elbow, 5ml cooking wine, appropriate amount of salt, monosodium glutamate, ginger slices, and green onion segments.
Method: Put the above ingredients into the pot and stew them until cooked.
Effect: Promotes blood circulation, cools blood, reduces swelling and relieves pain, nourishes the liver and blood. It is effective in treating irregular menstruation, excessive menstruation, and fever caused by yin deficiency.
2. White peony and jujube porridge
Ingredients: 150g glutinous rice, 30g jujube, 20g white peony, 25g wheat, 15g honey.
Method: Put wheat and white peony in a gauze bag, tie the bag tightly and put it in the pot. Simmer on low heat for 30 minutes. Take out the medicine bag, add red dates and glutinous rice to the pot and cook until done. Stir in honey evenly.
Effect: Invigorates the spleen and nourishes the stomach. It is suitable for post-illness weakness, liver cirrhosis, women with blood deficiency, cardiovascular disease patients, etc.
