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What are the efficacy and effects of the flower
On the surface, the flower looks very beautiful, but in terms of its essence, it has very strong effects and functions. Appropriate dosage can digest food and resolve phlegm, diuretic, treat acute diseases and chronic heart insufficiency, etc. However, it is necessary to note that adequate nutrition should be supplemented before taking this flower, otherwise it may affect its efficacy.
One, medicinal effects of the flower
【Flavor and Nature】Bitter and sour, slightly cold in nature.
【Channels of Action】Liver and spleen channels.
【Efficacy】Promote Qi, relieve fullness in the chest and abdomen, digest food and resolve phlegm, soothe the liver and regulate Qi, stop nausea and vomiting in the stomach, mainly for chest and abdominal distension and pain, indigestion, phlegm, prolapse of the rectum, discomfort in the chest and hypochondrium, nausea and vomiting, lack of appetite.
Two, pharmacological effects of the flower
1. The whole grass of the flower contains a variety of components such as cardenolides and non-cardenolides, which are found in many countries’ medicinal and edible plants. It has the functions of strengthening the heart, diuresis, sedation, and slowing the heart rate, and can reduce the excitability of the nervous system and hyperactivity of spinal reflexes, used for acute diseases and chronic heart insufficiency.
2. The flower is mainly used for congestive heart failure, cardiac edema, and atrial fibrillation, and its combined use with silver bromide can enhance the therapeutic effect on epilepsy.
Three, precautions for the use of the flower
1. Absolutely do not diet during the period of taking the flower, and ensure adequate nutrition for the body.
2. Do not drink excessively or eat spicy foods that cause heat during the period of taking the flower.
3. Do not drink tea during the period of taking the flower, as tea contains caffeine that can decompose the efficacy of the medicine.
4. The flower should not be taken at the same time as other weight loss drugs. If other weight loss drugs have been taken, wait for one week after stopping them before taking the flower.
5. During the period of using the flower, you can take cassia seed along with it, just like brewing tea, which can help detoxify, reduce fire, and relieve constipation.
6. Those who are not adapted to the flower can take it half an hour after a meal for a week first, and then follow the normal usage method mentioned above.
