The seeds of the perennial plant Cao Kou are harvested and dried between August and November each year. They can be used as a spice and consumed by people. It has many benefits, let's take a look together!
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Benefits of Cao Kou
1. Promotes digestion and strengthens the spleen
Cao Kou contains natural aromatic substances and various amino acids, which can promote digestion and improve the secretion of digestive fluids. It effectively enhances the body's digestive ability and reduces the occurrence of indigestion, nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms of spleen and stomach deficiency.
2. Increases appetite
When people have poor appetite, they can also eat dishes made with Cao Kou. The aromatic substances it contains can stimulate the appetite and aid digestion.
In addition, Cao Kou has a mild nature and excellent ability to dispel cold. When people experience stomach cold and pain, they can also consume Cao Kou in moderate amounts, which can quickly alleviate the symptoms of stomach pain.
3. Anti-inflammatory and anti-diarrheal
Cao Kou contains natural substances such as eucalyptol, palmitic acid, and gingerol, which have excellent anti-inflammatory effects and can eliminate various inflammations in the body.
Furthermore, Cao Kou also contains some astringent substances, which can constrict the intestines and relieve diarrhea. Therefore, when people experience diarrhea or enteritis, they can also take Cao Kou, which can quickly alleviate the symptoms.
Methods of Consuming Cao Kou
Cao Kou has various methods of consumption. When making braised beef at home, you can add an appropriate amount of Cao Kou to make the beef more fragrant and tender. Additionally, Cao Kou can also be used to stew other meat ingredients to enhance flavor and freshness.
However, Cao Kou is not only used for consumption but also for medicinal purposes. It is mainly consumed by decoction after being processed as medicine, and sometimes it can be ground into powder and taken orally.
