Xishai grass is a traditional Chinese medicine with rich medicinal value. It is mainly used to relax tendons and activate collaterals, and has good therapeutic effects on relieving joint and bone pain and rheumatic diseases. Let's learn about the efficacy and function of Xishai grass together!
【Efficacy and Function of Xishai Grass】
Xishai grass can treat joint and bone diseases and help people unblock meridians to "repair" joint pain. Because it belongs to a cold nature plant, it is very beneficial for rheumatism and heat-induced stiffness.
It also has a strong function of nourishing the liver and kidneys. After drinking alcohol, it is common to experience weak tendons and limbs paralysis. At this time, Xishai grass can be consumed to relieve these symptoms. It can be made into pills or boiled with water directly.
Xishai grass can promote blood circulation in the body and inhibit blood clots. It can dilate blood vessels and stimulate nerves to achieve the effects of lowering blood pressure and constricting blood vessels.
In addition, Xishai grass can inhibit arthritis swelling and has strong anti-inflammatory effects. It is effective in treating ulcers, damp sores, and wind rash.
【Usage of Xishai Grass】
1. If treating intestinal bleeding, Xishai grass should be stewed with white wine and taken once a day, three qian (about 9 grams) each time.
2. For treating hypertension, Xishai grass should be decocted with Stinkbugwood and Summer Dried Herb and taken once a day.
3. For treating malaria, Xishai grass should be decocted with water and taken once with about 40 grams.
4. To treat symptoms of stomach upset, Xishai grass should be dried with Fireweed flowers and boiled into a paste, which should be consumed daily as a soup.
【Taboos of Xishai Grass】
1. Xishai grass is a cold-natured herb, so it is not recommended for people with cold physique or those without rheumatism. It is more suitable for people who have rheumatism and damp-heat conditions.
2. Avoid using iron pots when decocting Xishai grass to prevent the loss of medicinal efficacy. It is best to store it in a well-ventilated and dry place to prevent mold growth and affect its efficacy.
3. Xishai grass is suitable for raw consumption to clear heat and detoxify, and suitable for processed consumption to dispel rheumatism and unblock meridians. However, excessive consumption should be avoided to prevent vomiting.
