We are all familiar with the Chinese medicine Bai Fu Zi. Although it has the effects of beauty and pain relief, it must be used with extra caution due to its inherent toxicity. Now let's take a closer look at the efficacy and functions of Bai Fu Zi!
【Efficacy and Functions of Bai Fu Zi】
Bai Fu Zi has the effects of relieving phlegm, calming the mind, detoxifying, dispersing nodules, and relieving pain. It is mainly used for symptoms such as phlegm obstruction after a stroke, deviation of the mouth and eyes, difficulty in speech, epilepsy, tetanus, phlegm-induced headaches, and snake bites.
1. It is recommended to be used after processing.
2. For those with excessive phlegm and obstruction of meridians causing limb stiffness and inability to move, it can be combined with Tian Nan Xing, Ban Xia, Chuan Wu, etc. to enhance the effect of relieving phlegm and promoting meridian circulation.
3. If wind evil attacks the face and phlegm obstructs the meridians, resulting in deviation of the mouth and eyes, it can be used in combination with Jiang Can, Quan Xie, etc. to dispel wind and relieve spasm.
4. For those with swelling and pain in the neck due to the accumulation of phlegm and qi, fresh Bai Fu Zi can be mashed and applied to the affected area, or it can be used in combination with Ban Xia, Bei Mu, Lian Qiao, etc.
【Beauty Methods of Bai Fu Zi】
The beauty effects of Bai Fu Zi include removing sweat stains, scars, and acne. It is often used in cosmetic additives, preservatives, and skincare products. Bai Fu Zi is hot in nature and is an important medicine for ascending the Yangming meridian, so it can bring beauty to the face.
Bai Fu Zi has the effects of drying dampness, transforming phlegm, relieving wind, stopping spasms, detoxifying, and dispersing nodules. Its beauty effects include moisturizing the skin, brightening the complexion, and removing scars and dark spots. However, it is not recommended to grind it into powder for use as a face mask, as its skincare effect is not significant.
Bai Fu Zi is toxic and should be used with caution. It should be avoided by those with Yin deficiency, blood deficiency, excessive internal wind, or excessive blood heat, as well as pregnant women. Raw Bai Fu Zi is generally not for internal use.
Bai Fu Zi has side effects. For example, many women who love beauty use Bai Fu Zi as a face mask, but they may find their face red and swollen the next morning. This is related to the toxicity of Bai Fu Zi. It is important to seek guidance from a doctor before use.
【Toxicity Differences Between Bai Fu Zi and Hei Fu Zi】
The toxicity of Bai Fu Zi and Hei Fu Zi is different. All parts of Bai Fu Zi are toxic, with the highest toxicity in the tuberous roots. It can cause significant irritation to the skin and mucous membranes and can also have a central nervous system inhibitory effect.
Symptoms of poisoning may include numbness of the tongue, limbs and body stiffness, profuse sweating, thirst, dry mouth, palpitations, restlessness, followed by slurred speech, vomiting, diarrhea, cyanosis on the face, and eventually respiratory and circulatory failure leading to death.
The toxic reactions of Hei Fu Zi are mainly caused by aconitine alkaloids. The lethal dose of aconitine is 3-4mg, and oral administration of 0.2mg of aconitine can cause poisoning reactions in adults.
Poisoning incidents related to Hei Fu Zi are more common. The toxic reactions of Fu Zi mainly manifest in the nervous system, digestive system, and cardiovascular system, and severe cases can be fatal.
