What are the functions and benefits of螃蟹甲 (Xie Jia)?
Jan 24, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Hexiajia is a perennial herb belonging to the genus Phlomis of the Lamiaceae family. Under normal circumstances, Hexiajia has effects including clearing heat and resolving nodules, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory actions, promoting tissue regeneration and wound healing, relieving cough and expelling phlegm, and dispersing wind-heat. It should be used under the guidance of a physician when required. Hexiajia can help disperse nodules and may improve abnormalities such as pulmonary nodules and thyroid nodules.
Chela is a perennial herb belonging to the genus Phlomis of the Lamiaceae family. Normally, Chela has effects and functions such as clearing heat and resolving nodules, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory actions, promoting tissue regeneration and wound healing, relieving cough and expelling phlegm, and dispersing wind-heat. If needed for use, it should be used under the guidance of a doctor. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Clearing Heat and Resolving Nodules
Chela can help resolve nodules and improve conditions such as pulmonary nodules and thyroid nodules. Its function of clearing heat and resolving nodules can assist in treating related diseases and promote the dissipation of nodules within the body.
2. Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory
Chela has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which can inhibit the growth of pathogens in the body and alleviate symptoms of inflammation. This effect helps enhance the body's immunity and resist pathogenic infections.
3. Promoting Tissue Regeneration and Wound Healing
Chela can improve chronic skin ulcers that fail to heal. It helps promote wound healing, prevent symptoms such as redness, pain, and burning sensation on the skin surface, and accelerate the repair of skin tissues.
4. Relieving Cough and Expelling Phlegm
Chela has the effect of relieving cough and expelling phlegm. For patients with excessive phlegm, using Chela for regulation can effectively prevent prolonged congestion of the throat or lung mucous membranes, thereby alleviating cough symptoms.
5. Dispersing Wind-Heat
Chela has a neutral nature and can effectively improve symptoms of fever, reduced appetite, cough, and phlegm caused by wind-heat感冒. Its cool nature also helps dissipate heat and reduce internal heat pathogens.
During usage, it is important to avoid consuming spicy and irritating foods such as chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns, as they may affect drug absorption and therapeutic effectiveness.
