The Efficacy and Functions of Luffa Network
Nov 19, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
The functions and effects of Luffa络 (Luffa fruit fiber) generally include clearing heat and detoxifying the body, promoting blood circulation and relieving meridian blockages, inducing diuresis to reduce edema, promoting lactation, and beautifying the skin. Luffa络 is cool in nature and can clear internal heat and toxins, thereby helping to alleviate skin conditions such as acne and eczema caused by internal dampness and heat. Additionally, Luffa络 can improve blood circulation, relieve muscle tension and pain, and has a positive effect in improving joint stiffness caused by poor circulation of qi and blood.
Loofah network (Luffa cylindrica) generally has the following effects and benefits: clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting blood circulation and relieving meridian blockages, promoting diuresis and reducing edema, facilitating lactation, and improving skin beauty. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Clearing Heat and Detoxifying: Loofah network is cool in nature and can clear internal heat and toxins. It helps alleviate skin conditions such as acne and eczema caused by internal damp-heat.
2. Promoting Blood Circulation and Relieving Meridian Blockages: Loofah network enhances blood circulation, relieves muscle tension and pain, and positively improves joint stiffness and discomfort caused by poor flow of qi and blood.
3. Promoting Diuresis and Reducing Edema: Loofah network has a diuretic effect. By influencing kidney filtration and urine excretion, it helps eliminate excess fluid from the body, thereby reducing swelling and edema.
4. Facilitating Lactation: Due to its light and permeable nature, loofah network effectively unblocks mammary ducts and promotes milk production. It can be used to treat insufficient postpartum milk supply or blocked milk passages.
5. Improving Skin Beauty: Rich in vitamins, loofah network can make the skin fairer, smoother, and more delicate, helping reduce facial pigmentation and wrinkles.
It is recommended to use loofah network under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Self-administration without medical advice should be avoided. If any discomfort occurs, seek medical attention promptly.
