Chusanzi, also known as the dried mature fruit of the mulberry family plants, is mainly produced in Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Shandong, Gansu and other regions. Chusanzi contains saponins, vitamin B, and oil. The seeds contain oil, which contains non-saponifiable substances, saturated fatty acids, oleic acid, and linoleic acid. Chusanzi can nourish the kidneys, clear the liver, improve vision, and promote diuresis. It is used for conditions such as weak lower back and knees, bone steaming due to exhaustion, dizziness and blurred vision, corneal opacity, and edema.
Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory Effects
Chusanzi has diuretic and anti-inflammatory effects, promoting urination. As a medicinal herb with diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties, Chusanzi's therapeutic effects are significant.
Intestinal Lubrication
Long-term consumption of Chusanzi has the effect of lubricating the intestines. To prevent intestinal lubrication, it can be combined with fu ling, yi yi ren, and shan yao.
Liver Clearing and Vision Improvement
Chusanzi can clear the liver and improve vision. As mentioned in the book "Direct Indications," it is used to treat liver heat-induced corneal opacity, which means it has a cooling and purging effect.
Kidney Tonic and Yang Enhancement
Chusanzi, according to the book, has a sweet taste and cold nature. Although it can nourish all the yin and blood of the organs, it specifically nourishes the color, strengthens the tendons and bones, invigorates the lower back and knees, and fills the muscles. It helps reduce edema. It nourishes the yin and blood, so it can assist the yang when the yin is strong and the yang is weak. It can also assist the yang when the yin and blood are nourished. Therefore, it can help the yang when it is insufficient, not just for impotence caused by yang deficiency.
