Sheng Ma is a commonly used Chinese medicinal herb. It has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying. In addition to its medicinal use, Sheng Ma also has good edible value. Let's learn about the efficacy, functions, and contraindications of Sheng Ma!
【Methods of consuming Sheng Ma】
1. Sheng Ma and Sesame Stewed Pig Intestines
Ingredients: 600g pig intestines, 15g Sheng Ma, 100g black sesame, 10g green onion, 8g ginger, 2g salt, 5g yellow wine
Instructions: Stuff Sheng Ma and black sesame into the cleaned pig intestines, and tie both ends tightly. Put them in a clay pot, add green onion, ginger slices, salt, yellow wine, and an appropriate amount of water. Stew over low heat for 3 hours until the pig intestines are cooked through.
Efficacy: Sheng Ma supplements vital energy and nourishes the intestines. It is suitable for conditions such as excessive sweating, uterine prolapse, and constipation.
2. Ginseng and Sheng Ma Congee
Ingredients: 30g glutinous rice, 10g ginseng, 3g Sheng Ma
Instructions: Boil ginseng and Sheng Ma in water and extract the juice. Cook the glutinous rice with the juice to make congee.
Efficacy: It replenishes vital energy, regulates blood circulation, and raises yang. It is suitable for conditions such as excessive menstrual flow with pale color and thin consistency, pale complexion, shortness of breath, palpitations, and weak limbs.
【Efficacy and functions of Sheng Ma】
1. Treats bad breath and swollen gums
Bad breath and swollen gums are common symptoms caused by stomach fire. After the onset, Sheng Ma can be directly used for treatment. It can be boiled alone and consumed as a soup, or it can be combined with Huang Lian, Dang Gui, and Mu Dan Pi for better therapeutic effect.
2. Treats measles with non-transparent rash
Sheng Ma is a medicinal herb that can promote the eruption of rashes. If measles occurs with non-transparent rash and high fever, Sheng Ma can be directly used for treatment. It can be combined with Ge Gen, Bai Shao, and Gan Cao for boiling, which can make the measles become transparent and relieve the fever symptoms.
