What are the functions and effects of Broussonetia papyrifera fruit?
Nov 09, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, the effects and functions of Broussonetia fruit (Chu Shi Zi) include antioxidant properties, clearing the liver and improving vision, strengthening the spleen and promoting diuresis, nourishing the kidneys and enriching essence, and lowering blood lipid levels. As a traditional Chinese medicinal herb, although Chu Shi Zi offers multiple benefits and therapeutic effects, its use should follow medical advice. The medication should be appropriately administered based on individual conditions and specific health circumstances to avoid adverse reactions caused by self-medication.
Generally, the effects and functions of Broussonetia fruit (Chu Shi Zi) include antioxidant properties, clearing liver heat to improve vision, strengthening the spleen and promoting diuresis, nourishing the kidneys and enriching essence, and lowering blood lipid levels.
1. Antioxidant: Broussonetia fruit contains various antioxidant components, such as flavonoids and phenolic compounds, which can scavenge free radicals in the body and reduce cellular damage caused by oxidative stress.
2. Clearing liver heat and improving vision: Broussonetia fruit can clear heat from the liver, treating symptoms such as red, swollen, and painful eyes and blurred vision caused by excessive liver fire, thereby exerting effects of clearing liver heat and improving vision.
3. Strengthening the spleen and promoting diuresis: Broussonetia fruit can both strengthen the spleen and promote diuresis and reduce edema. The spleen governs the transformation and transportation of body fluids; when the spleen functions properly, dampness can be normally metabolized, while its diuretic effect promotes the excretion of fluids, thus achieving the effect of reducing edema.
4. Nourishing the kidneys and enriching essence: Broussonetia fruit acts on the liver and kidney meridians and has the effect of nourishing the yin of the liver and kidneys. The kidneys store essence, and the liver stores blood; the liver and kidneys share a common origin. By nourishing these organs, it can promote the generation and enrichment of essence and blood, thereby achieving the effect of nourishing the kidneys and enriching essence.
5. Lowering blood lipids: The active components in Broussonetia fruit can regulate lipid metabolism, reducing the levels of lipid components such as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, thus exerting a hypolipidemic effect.
As a traditional Chinese medicinal herb, although Broussonetia fruit offers numerous benefits, it should be used according to medical advice. Proper use based on specific conditions and individual differences is essential to avoid adverse reactions caused by self-medication.
