Taizishen, also known as Pseudostellaria heterophylla, is a medicinal herb belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family. The roots of Taizishen are used in traditional medicine. In some regions, Taizishen is referred to as Haierzhen or Tongshen, which is a type of ginseng. So, what are the benefits, effects, and methods of consumption for Taizishen?
Tonifies the Spleen and Nourishes the Stomach
Although Taizishen has a weaker Qi-tonifying effect, it can nourish Yin and generate body fluids. Its medicinal properties are mild and it is considered a tonic for Qi deficiency. Taizishen can nourish the spleen and nourish the stomach Yin, making it suitable for treating symptoms such as poor appetite, fatigue, and dry mouth caused by spleen Qi deficiency and insufficient stomach Yin.
Moistens the Lungs and Stops Coughing
Taizishen can tonify lung Qi and moisturize the lungs, making it useful for treating lung Qi and Yin deficiency, dry cough with little phlegm, and other related symptoms.
Boosts Immunity
Taizishen contains polysaccharides, various amino acids, and minerals, which can significantly enhance the body's immune function and improve heart function. Regular consumption of Taizishen can strengthen the body.
Hemostatic Effect
Taizishen can increase the number of red blood cells and hemoglobin in bleeding animals, and significantly shorten the bleeding time, thereby exerting a good hemostatic effect.
Nutritional Value
Taizishen mainly contains Pseudostellaria heterophylla saponins A, β-sitosterol, palmitic acid, fructose, starch, as well as various vitamins, amino acids, polysaccharides, free sugars, arginine, xylitol, and trace elements such as copper, zinc, manganese, and iron.
1. Taizishen decoction, polysaccharides, alcohol extracts, and saponins can enhance immunity.
2. Taizishen water extract, 75% alcohol extract, polysaccharides, and saponins have anti-stress and anti-fatigue effects.
3. Taizishen polysaccharides can improve memory and prolong life.
Methods of Consumption for Taizishen
1. Treatment of neurasthenia
Taizishen has a good nourishing blood and calming effect and can be used to treat restlessness and insomnia. Boil 15 grams of Taizishen and 30 grams of Schisandra chinensis in water and take it to calm the nerves and relieve neurasthenia.
2. Treatment of spontaneous sweating
Taizishen has a good replenishing Yin effect and is suitable for treating palpitations and spontaneous sweating. Boil 9 grams of Taizishen and 15 grams of Coix seed in water and take it.
3. Treatment of lung deficiency cough
Taizishen has a good Qi-tonifying and fluid-generating effect and has a good effect on cough, little phlegm, and dry throat caused by lung deficiency. Boil 15 grams of Taizishen, 12 grams of Sandsaponin, and 6 grams of Fritillaria cirrhosa in water and take it.
4. Treatment of abdominal distension
Taizishen can tonify the spleen and aid digestion, relieving abdominal distension caused by spleen deficiency and food stagnation. Boil 10 grams of Taizishen, 10 grams of barley sprouts, 5 grams each of hawthorn, and black tea in water and drink it as a substitute for tea to relieve abdominal discomfort.
5. Treatment of fatigue and weakness
Taizishen is a good tonic for deficiency and Qi-tonifying medicine and can be used to treat fatigue and weakness. It can be combined with Astragalus membranaceus. It can also be combined with Atractylodes macrocephala to tonify the spleen and lungs, achieving the same effect of treating deficiency fatigue.
