Shi Xi Cao is a herb that contains various nutrients beneficial for health. It has pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. When used in combination with other traditional Chinese medicine, it enhances the effect on promoting wellness. Let's learn about the usage of Shi Xi Cao!
【Benefits and Functions of Shi Xi Cao】
It can treat joint and rheumatic diseases, and help to unblock meridians and alleviate joint pain. It is particularly effective for rheumatic heat and stiffness due to its cold nature.
It is suitable for consumption after drinking alcohol because it has a strong function in nourishing the liver and kidneys. After drinking, it is common to experience weakness in the joints and numbness in the limbs. At this time, Shi Xi Cao should be consumed.
For patients with hemiplegia, Shi Xi Cao can be used together with Huang Qi, Wei Ling Xian, Dang Gui, and Qu She to treat the condition.
It can treat abscesses, wet sores, and wind rashes. It has the ability to clear heat and detoxify. Both internal and external applications are effective.
【Methods of Consuming Shi Xi Cao】
1. To treat intestinal bleeding, Shi Xi Cao should be stewed with white wine. Take it once a day, three qian each time.
2. To treat hypertension, Shi Xi Cao should be decocted with Chou Wu Tong and Xia Ku Cao. Consume it once a day.
3. To treat malaria, boil Shi Xi Cao in water and consume about 40g each time.
4. To treat gastric upset, Shi Xi Cao should be dried with Huo Mei Cao flowers and cooked into a paste. Consume it daily with soup.
【Precautions】
Due to the cold nature of Shi Xi Cao, it is generally not suitable for people with deficiency-cold constitution. It is more suitable for people with rheumatic pain and damp-heat constitution.
Avoid using an iron pot when decocting Shi Xi Cao to avoid losing its medicinal properties.
Do not consume Shi Xi Cao excessively to avoid vomiting.
Avoid use for those with insufficient yin and blood, no rheumatic symptoms, pregnant women, and children should use with caution.
