What are the functions and benefits of Rehmannia glutinosa (Shu Di Huang)?

Nov 26, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

Introduction

Shu Di Huang (processed Rehmannia root) is produced from raw Rehmannia root through processing techniques such as steaming. These processes change its medicinal properties from cold to warm. Shu Di Huang typically possesses functions including enhancing immunity, regulating menstruation, strengthening tendons and bones, nourishing essence and marrow, and calming the mind by nourishing blood. Shu Di Huang contains various bioactive components that can stimulate immune system function and improve the body's overall immunity.

Rehmannia glutinosa is processed from raw Rehmannia by various methods such as steaming, which changes its property from cold to warm. Generally, Rehmannia glutinosa has various functions including enhancing immunity, regulating menstruation, strengthening muscles and bones, nourishing essence and marrow, and nourishing blood to calm the mind. Detailed functions are as follows:

1. Enhancing Immunity

Rehmannia glutinosa contains multiple bioactive components that can stimulate immune system function and improve the body's immunity. These components can promote the proliferation and differentiation of immune cells, enhance the activity of immune cells, thereby resisting the invasion of external pathogens and protecting the body's health.

2. Regulating Menstruation

Rehmannia glutinosa can regulate the endocrine system and improve women's physiological functions. It is effective in treating symptoms such as irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, and amenorrhea. At the same time, Rehmannia glutinosa can promote the growth and repair of the endometrium, contributing to women's reproductive health.

3. Strengthening Muscles and Bones

Rehmannia glutinosa can promote bone health and has an auxiliary therapeutic effect on osteoporosis and symptoms such as lower back and leg pain caused by kidney deficiency. Its function of nourishing yin and tonifying the kidney can also indirectly enhance muscle strength and improve physical performance.

4. Nourishing Essence and Marrow

Rehmannia glutinosa can nourish essence and has a nourishing effect on bone marrow and brain marrow. It is suitable for treating conditions such as physical weakness, memory decline, and premature aging caused by deficiency of essence. Long-term use can strengthen the constitution and delay aging.

5. Nourishing Blood and Calming the Mind

Rehmannia glutinosa is rich in various effective components, such as iridoid glycosides, which can nourish blood and improve anemia. At the same time, these components have a calming effect on the nervous system, helping to improve symptoms such as insomnia, vivid dreams, palpitations, and enhance sleep quality.

It is recommended to maintain a healthy lifestyle, ensure adequate sleep, improve dietary structure, adjust physical condition, and maintain overall health.

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