Yellow peel is the leaves and roots of the plant Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis, a member of the Rutaceae family. The whole plant has a pleasant aroma, and its fruits can be consumed. The leaves and roots are used for medicinal purposes. Let's explore the efficacy and functions of yellow peel together!
【Methods of consuming yellow peel】
The mature fruits of yellow peel are a type of wild fruit that can be consumed by humans. It provides the body with rich nutrients, particularly vitamin C and carotene, which accelerate the regeneration of immune cells and enhance the body's immune system. In addition, the polysaccharides and saponins in yellow peel can also enhance the body's anti-inflammatory and antiviral capabilities when absorbed by the body.
The methods of using the fruits, leaves, and roots of yellow peel vary. The fruits can be eaten directly when ripe, or they can be made into jam or dried fruits for consumption. The leaves and roots, on the other hand, are primarily used for medicinal purposes. They are usually boiled as a decoction for oral consumption or crushed and applied topically when used as a surgical medicine.
【Methods of using yellow peel for medicinal purposes】
Yellow peel has the effects of dispelling wind, promoting circulation, eliminating dampness, and resolving stasis. It is commonly used to treat colds, measles, asthma, stomach pain, rheumatism, edema, sprains, and dislocations.
The root peel contains apiole, hesperidin, and hesperetin.
Common usage: For internal use, boil 10-20g in water. For external use, boil and use the decoction to wash affected areas. Yellow peel can also be used to alleviate stomach pain by boiling the fruit cores in water and drinking the decoction. The use of yellow peel can help reduce pain symptoms.
1. Treatment for severe cold with high fever: Yellow peel, mulberry twig, Xiang Jing, Duan Zhu Ye, decocted and taken orally.
2. Treatment for generalized edema: Yellow peel, old pine bark, wheat straw, Perilla stalk, cicada slough, boiled and used externally; and take radish seeds internally twice, three qian each time.
