The Efficacy and Functions of Arctii Fructus
Nov 22, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Burdock seed is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb, generally known for its effects and functions such as clearing heat and detoxifying, relieving sore throat and reducing swelling, lubricating the intestines to relieve constipation, promoting lung function and soothing the throat, as well as assisting in lowering blood sugar levels. Burdock seed has properties of clearing heat and detoxifying, making it suitable for treating symptoms such as sore throat and tonsillitis. The components contained within it, such as arctiin and arctidic acid, can effectively inhibit the growth of bacteria and viruses, accelerating the resolution of inflammation.
Burzczyn fruit is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb, generally having effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, relieving sore throat and reducing swelling, lubricating the intestines to relieve constipation, promoting lung function and soothing the throat, as well as assisting in lowering blood sugar levels. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Clearing Heat and Detoxifying: Burzczyn fruit has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, making it suitable for treating symptoms such as sore throat and tonsillitis. Its active components, including arctiin and arctidic acid, can effectively inhibit bacterial and viral growth and accelerate the resolution of inflammation.
2. Soothing the Throat and Reducing Swelling: Burzczyn fruit can lubricate the throat, alleviating discomfort caused by dryness or inflammation, thus providing a soothing effect on the throat and reducing swelling. During autumn and winter when heatiness or colds are more common, burzczyn fruit may be used to improve these conditions.
3. Lubricating the Intestines and Relieving Constipation: Burzczyn fruit helps lubricate the intestines and promote intestinal motility, improving symptoms of constipation. It can also alleviate constipation caused by heatiness and has a certain therapeutic effect on constipation due to internal accumulation of heat toxins or yin deficiency.
4. Promoting Lung Function and Soothing the Throat: Burzczyn fruit can promote lung function and soothe the throat, effectively treating symptoms such as coughing with phlegm due to lung heat and wheezing. It can also be used to treat sore throat caused by wind-heat感冒.
5. Assisting in Lowering Blood Sugar: Components of burzczyn fruit have an auxiliary effect in lowering blood glucose levels, making it suitable for diabetic patients as adjunctive therapy. It can improve insulin sensitivity and promote glucose utilization, thereby helping control blood sugar levels.
It is recommended to use burzczyn fruit under the guidance of a physician. Self-administration without medical advice is not advised. If any physical discomfort occurs, please seek medical attention promptly and follow professional medical instructions for treatment.
