Health Benefits of Drinking Golden Cockerel Thorn (Rosa laevigata) Infusion
Jan 28, 2021
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zeng Chaofen
Introduction
Health Benefits of Drinking Rosa laevigata Fruit Infusion:
1. Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory Effects: The liquid extracted from Rosa laevigata fruit exhibits bactericidal activity against pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and may aid in managing diseases caused by these bacterial infections.
2. Urine Retention and Anti-Enuresis; Astringent and Antidiarrheal Effects: Rosa laevigata fruit contains acidic compounds and saponins, which help prolong the interval between urinations and increase urinary volume per void.
Primary Therapeutic Effects:
Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory; reduces urinary frequency and treats enuresis; astringes the intestines to stop diarrhea; lowers blood lipid and blood pressure levels.
Introduction:
Rosa laevigata fruit (Jinyingzi), a traditional Chinese medicinal herb, is also known as “Ciyuzi,” “Cilizi,” “Jinyingzi,” “Shan Shiliu,” “Shan Jitouzi,” and “Tangguan.” It is the dried, ripe fruit of Rosa laevigata Michx. (Rosaceae). It is widely distributed across Shaanxi, Anhui, Jiangxi, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Hubei, Hunan, Guangdong, Guangxi, Taiwan, Fujian, Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou provinces. Its primary functions include consolidating essence and reducing urinary frequency, arresting uterine bleeding and abnormal vaginal discharge, and astringing the intestines to stop diarrhea. It is commonly used to treat seminal emission, spermatorrhea, enuresis, frequent urination, metrorrhagia, leukorrhea, chronic diarrhea, and chronic dysentery.
Health Benefits of Jinyingzi Infusion
1. Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory Effects
Recent studies have demonstrated that extracts from Jinyingzi possess significant antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Specifically, these extracts can effectively inhibit and kill common pathogenic bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, thereby aiding in the treatment of infections caused by these organisms.
2. Reduces Urinary Frequency and Treats Enuresis; Astringes the Intestines and Stops Diarrhea
Jinyingzi contains acidic compounds and saponins that help regulate bladder function, prolong the interval between urinations, and increase urine volume per void. It is particularly beneficial for individuals suffering from urinary frequency or enuresis. Moreover, it not only helps men consolidate essence and prevent seminal emission but also aids women in managing abnormal vaginal discharge.
3. Lowers Blood Lipids and Blood Pressure
Jinyingzi contains superoxide dismutase (SOD), which helps scavenge free radicals within blood vessels, thereby maintaining vascular patency. Additionally, its fatty acids and saponins contribute to lowering blood lipid levels and reducing lipid accumulation in the vasculature. For individuals with hypertension, regular consumption may help prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Contraindications
Jinyingzi is contraindicated in individuals with excess “fire” (excess heat) syndrome or those whose seminal emission results from damp-heat.
Precautions
The fruit surface of Jinyingzi bears fine, fuzzy hairs. Prior to preparing an infusion, these hairs must be thoroughly removed; otherwise, ingestion may irritate the pharynx, causing discomfort or even coughing.
