The Functions and Benefits of Goji Root
Dec 29, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Haiming
Introduction
1. The root of goji (Lycium root), also known as Lycii Cortex or "Di Gu Pi," functions to clear heat, remove toxins, cool the blood, and stop bleeding. It is primarily used to treat tuberculosis, low-grade fever, night sweats, lung-heat with hemoptysis, hypertension, and diabetes.
2. Goji root is commonly used as a medicinal herb and has the effect of nourishing yin and tonifying the kidneys.
3. Goji root, along with goji leaves or goji berries, can be appropriately added when stewing soups to enhance flavor.
Many female friends experience deficiency of qi and blood after giving birth, which may be accompanied by symptoms such as dizziness or fainting. What are the effects and benefits of枸杞 root?
What Are the Effects and Benefits of枸杞 Root?
1. The functions of枸杞 root include clearing heat, detoxifying, cooling the blood, and stopping bleeding. Also known as Lycii Cortex (Di Gu Pi), it is primarily used to treat tuberculosis, low-grade fever, night sweats, lung-heat causing cough with blood, hypertension, and diabetes. 2.枸杞 root is commonly used in herbal medicine and has the effect of nourishing yin and tonifying the kidneys. 3.枸杞 root, along with枸杞 leaves or fruit, can be added in moderation when preparing soups to enhance flavor.
It is recommended that women, when consuming枸杞 root, also appropriately include other qi- and blood-nourishing ingredients such as longan, ginseng, and angelica root (Dang Gui). This combination can help improve kidney qi deficiency. Decoction is the preferred method for preparation, and proper control of cooking temperature and duration is important. Drinking this decoction daily can supply essential nutrients to the body. However, avoid consuming too much at once, as excessive intake may burden the stomach and lead to gastrointestinal disturbances.
Lycium root, leaves, and fruit are common traditional Chinese herbs that can promote blood circulation and help relieve symptoms of qi and blood deficiency. Light physical exercise during the recovery period is also recommended. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health and happiness.
