What are the effects and benefits of Chicken Bone Grass (Abrus precatorius)?
Nov 25, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Chicken bone grass has the effects of relieving cough and eliminating phlegm, can alleviate symptoms such as cough caused by lung heat and sore throat, and can also be used to treat conditions including cough, phlegm, and sore throat, helping to improve respiratory system issues. Extracts from chicken bone grass exhibit certain antiviral activity and can inhibit the hepatitis B virus, indicating its potential application value in the prevention and treatment of hepatitis B.
Chicken bone grass (Abrus cantoniensis) is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb that typically has the following therapeutic effects: relieving cough and eliminating phlegm, antiviral activity, reducing swelling and dispersing blood stasis, promoting diuresis and reducing jaundice, clearing heat and detoxifying. Detailed functions are as follows:
1. Relieve Cough and Eliminate Phlegm
Chicken bone grass helps relieve coughing and expel phlegm, alleviating symptoms such as cough caused by lung heat and sore throat. It can be used to treat respiratory conditions such as cough, phlegm production, and throat swelling and pain, thus improving respiratory system issues.
2. Antiviral Properties
Extracts from chicken bone grass demonstrate antiviral activity and can inhibit the hepatitis B virus, showing potential application in the prevention and treatment of hepatitis B.
3. Reduce Swelling and Disperse Blood Stasis
Chicken bone grass helps reduce swelling and disperse blood stasis, relieving symptoms such as pain and swelling from bruises and injuries. It can be used to treat conditions such as traumatic injuries, blood stasis with swelling and pain, and may also alleviate breast distension and intra-abdominal hemorrhage.
4. Promote Diuresis and Reduce Jaundice
Active components in chicken bone grass can enhance liver metabolic function and accelerate bile secretion, helping eliminate dampness and toxins from the body. It serves as an auxiliary treatment for diseases such as jaundice hepatitis and cirrhosis, helping reduce jaundice symptoms and restore liver function.
5. Clear Heat and Detoxify
Chicken bone grass contains various active compounds, such as flavonoids and polysaccharides, which can eliminate internal heat toxins. It is effective in treating various heat-related illnesses, including fever, sore throat, and painful swellings or sores.
In daily life, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, improving dietary habits, engaging in appropriate physical exercise, and enhancing physical fitness can help reduce the risk of illness.
