The Efficacy and Functions of Shepherd's Purse Flowers
Dec 13, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, shepherd's purse flowers have effects and functions such as clearing heat and dampness, improving vision and removing corneal opacity, dispersing blood stasis and stopping bleeding, lowering blood pressure, strengthening the spleen, and nourishing the stomach. Shepherd's purse flowers have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, effectively alleviating symptoms such as edema and decreased urine output caused by excessive dampness in the body. Being cool in nature, they help eliminate internal heat toxins and improve a damp-heat constitution.
Generally, shepherd's purse flowers have functions and benefits such as clearing heat and dampness, improving vision and removing corneal opacity, cooling blood to stop bleeding, lowering blood pressure, strengthening the spleen, and nourishing the stomach. Specific details are as follows:
1. Clear Heat and Dampness
Shepherd's purse flowers have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, effectively alleviating symptoms such as edema and decreased urine output caused by excessive internal dampness. Being cool in nature, they help eliminate internal heat toxins and improve a damp-heat constitution.
2. Improve Vision and Remove Corneal Opacity
Shepherd's purse flowers act on the liver meridian, helping to subdue liver fire. They are suitable for treating red, swollen, painful eyes and excessive eye discharge caused by upward inflammation of liver fire. These flowers contribute to eye health and relieve eye discomfort.
3. Cool Blood to Stop Bleeding
Shepherd's purse flowers have the function of cooling blood to stop bleeding. When bleeding symptoms occur due to excessive internal heat causing erratic blood flow, shepherd's purse flowers can regulate blood circulation by cooling the blood, reducing abnormal bleeding. Additionally, they can promote blood coagulation to achieve a hemostatic effect.
4. Lower Blood Pressure
Shepherd's purse flowers contain certain components that can regulate blood pressure, offering a certain hypotensive effect. This may occur through mechanisms such as vasodilation and improved blood circulation. Hypertensive patients may benefit from appropriately incorporating shepherd's purse flowers into their diet as an adjunct to blood pressure control.
5. Strengthen the Spleen and Stomach
When used medicinally, shepherd's purse flowers can invigorate the spleen and stimulate the appetite, helping to regulate symptoms such as poor appetite and indigestion. They aid in enhancing spleen and stomach function, promoting digestion and nutrient absorption.
When consuming shepherd's purse flowers, moderation is recommended. Excessive consumption may lead to discomfort. Individuals with allergic constitutions should use them cautiously to avoid adverse reactions such as skin itching and swelling. Furthermore, those with cold deficiency of the spleen and stomach or diarrhea should avoid consumption to prevent exacerbation of their conditions.
