Niuxi, also known as Baibei, is the root of the amaranth family plant Niuxi, mainly produced in Henan, Sichuan, Hebei, and other places. It is believed that many people have limited knowledge about Niuxi. So, let's take a look at the efficacy, functions, and contraindications of Niuxi together with the editor below!
Hemostatic effect
Taking Niuxi can reduce blood viscosity, accelerate blood flow, and also accelerate blood coagulation in animals, thus avoiding or alleviating internal bleeding caused by blood vessel damage.
Hypoglycemic effect
The saponins contained in Niuxi can inhibit hyperglycemia caused by uracil and anti-insulin serum, promote hepatic glucose synthesis protein, and promote the synthesis of glycogen in the liver of normal individuals and uracil hyperglycemic patients, achieving the effect of lowering blood sugar.
Promoting protein synthesis in the human body
The saponins in Niuxi have a strong effect on promoting protein synthesis, collagen synthesis, and can also increase the level of protein synthesis in the liver and kidneys.
Anti-aging effect
Niuxi can increase the activity of superoxide dismutase in the blood, reduce the content of serum lipid peroxide, and has the effect of delaying aging. In addition, the active ingredients in Niuxi, saponins, and Niuxi decoction or alcohol extract all have certain anti-aging effects.
Enhancing immune function
The polysaccharides in Niuxi can increase the number of cells in serum hemolysin and spleen antibody formation, increase serum immunoglobulin, stimulate the phagocytic function of the reticuloendothelial system, promote lymphocyte proliferation, and enhance the body's immune function.
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect
Different preparations of Niuxi have certain analgesic effects, among which the wine-fried Niuxi has a strong and long-lasting anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect, and its active ingredient is total saponins of Niuxi.
Antitumor effect
The polysaccharides in Niuxi can increase the number of cells in serum hemolysin and spleen antibody formation, enhance immunity, and inhibit tumor metastasis and growth, achieving the effect of anti-tumor.
Precautions for consuming Niuxi
Suitable for:
Taking raw Niuxi can promote blood circulation and regulate menstruation. Therefore, it is suitable for women who have postpartum abdominal pain, irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, and those with beriberi and edema. Cooked Niuxi can nourish the liver and kidneys, strengthen the waist and knees, so it can be taken by people with liver and kidney deficiency and those with bruises and pain from falls. Niuxi has the effects of lowering blood sugar and protecting the liver, so it can be taken by people with three high conditions and those who want to improve liver function.
Not suitable for:
Niuxi has the effect of promoting blood flow downwards and can contract the uterus, so it is not suitable for women with excessive menstrual flow and pregnant women. Niuxi has the effect of lowering blood sugar, so it is not suitable for people with low blood sugar. People with spleen deficiency should also avoid taking Niuxi as it may worsen the symptoms.
During pregnancy:
Pregnant women should not consume Niuxi. Niuxi can promote blood flow downwards and has a contraction effect on the uterus. Total saponins in Niuxi have a significant effect on stimulating the smooth muscle of the uterus, so it is not recommended for pregnant women.
For infants:
Infants should use Niuxi with caution. Infants are weak, so unless there is a special need, it is not recommended for infants to take Niuxi without the guidance of a doctor.
For raw use:
Niuxi + Danggui: Promotes blood circulation and regulates menstruation.
Dosage:
No specific contraindications, please follow the guidance of a doctor.
