Menstrual disorders are common gynecological diseases that can have serious consequences for women, such as amenorrhea and infertility. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the regulation of menstrual disorders. So, what are some traditional Chinese herbs that can help regulate menstruation? Let's take a look.
Many women want to solve their menstrual problems. Here, we introduce some Chinese herbs that have good effects on menstrual symptoms. So, make sure to read carefully.
Chinese Herbs for Regulating Menstruation
1. Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui)
Used for irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, and postpartum abdominal pain caused by blood deficiency and blood stasis. The effects of dang gui on the uterus depend on the functional state of the uterus and have a dual regulatory effect. It is also used for renal anemia caused by chronic renal failure.
For example, Dang Gui and Motherwort Egg: 30g of dang gui and 50g of motherwort are boiled, then add a chicken egg and continue boiling for 1 hour.
2. Donkey-hide Gelatin (E Jiao)
Used for blood deficiency with scanty menstruation and uterine bleeding due to unstable chong and ren channels. It contains multiple amino acids and is superior to iron supplements in treating anemia. It also improves calcium balance in the body and can be used for renal anemia in uremic patients.
For example, E Jiao and Red Dates Stew: Cook 30 red dates until soft, then add 10g of E Jiao and continue boiling.
3. Dried Longan
Used for blood deficiency insomnia, dysmenorrhea, palpitations, and other symptoms of menopause caused by liver and kidney deficiency.
For example, Longan and Goji Berry Egg: Boil 30g of longan meat and 20g of goji berries, then add a peeled boiled egg and continue boiling for half an hour.
4. Black Soybean
Used for kidney deficiency with scanty menstruation and chronic kidney disease with proteinuria.
For example, Black Soybean and Walnut Stew: Stew 50g of black soybeans, 30g of walnut kernels, and 1 pig kidney for 2 hours, season with low salt.
5. Black Sesame
Nourishes the liver and kidney, enriches essence and blood, and is used for menstrual disorders with deficiency of essence and blood, as well as male reproductive disorders.
For example, Black Sesame and Chicken Stew: Stuff 50g of black sesame into a chicken's cavity, add water, and stew for 2 hours.
6. Polygonum Multiflorum (He Shou Wu)
For example, Polygonum Multiflorum and Pig Liver Slices: Extract 50g of Polygonum Multiflorum, stir-fry 100g of pig liver slices until cooked, then add the Polygonum Multiflorum extract.
7. Sea Cucumber
For example, Sea Cucumber and Rock Sugar Congee: Boil 100g of rehydrated sea cucumber until soft, then add rock sugar.
8. Turtle Shell
Used for excessive menstruation due to yin deficiency and blood heat with unstable chong and ren channels.
For example, Goji Berry and Turtle Soup: Peel the shell of 1 turtle, add 30g of goji berries, and stew for 2 hours.
9. Lily Bulb
For example, American Ginseng and Lily Porridge: Extract 30g of American ginseng for 2 hours, then add 50g of fresh lily bulb and 100g of rice to cook porridge.
10. Soft-shelled Turtle Shell
For example, Soft-shelled Turtle Shell and Prunella Vulgaris Soup: Peel the shell of 1 soft-shelled turtle, add 50g of prunella vulgaris, and simmer for 1 hour.
The above introduces Chinese herbs and recipes for regulating menstruation. If you are interested, you can give them a try. However, in addition to medication, it is also important to rest and exercise regularly to effectively regulate menstruation. After all, abnormal menstruation cannot be cured in just one or two days; it requires long-term treatment.
Different Chinese Herbs for Different Symptoms
Early Menstruation
Some people experience extremely early menstruation, with periods occurring twice a month. This can cause significant disruptions to daily life. For this condition, it is classified as either deficiency heat type or qi deficiency type.
