What are the functions and benefits of salt-processed Morinda root?

Salt-processed Morinda root (Salt-processed Radix Morindae) typically has functions and effects such as regulating endocrine function, relieving fatigue, dispelling wind and dampness, strengthening tendons and bones, and nourishing kidney to invigorate yang. The specific analysis is as follows:

1. Regulating Endocrine Function

Salt-processed Morinda root can regulate endocrine function, balance hormone levels in the body, and promote the normal functioning of the endocrine system. It has certain regulatory effects on a series of problems caused by endocrine disorders, such as menstrual disorders and menopausal syndrome.

2. Anti-fatigue

Salt-processed Morinda root can improve human blood circulation and promote metabolism, thereby reducing fatigue and enhancing physical strength and energy. Individuals experiencing long-term fatigue and high mental stress may gain some relief by taking an appropriate amount of Salt-processed Morinda root.

3. Dispelling Wind and Dampness

Salt-processed Morinda root has acrid-dispersing and bitter-drying properties, effectively unblocking meridians, removing wind-cold-damp pathogens from the body, and exerting effects of dispelling wind and dampness. It is suitable for treating conditions such as rheumatic pain, limb spasms, stiffness, and numbness. When used in combination with other Chinese herbs such as Notopterygium root (Qianghuo) and Siler root (Fangfeng), its effect of dispelling wind and dampness can be enhanced.

4. Strengthening Tendons and Bones

Salt-processed Morinda root has a sweet taste and a moist texture, entering the liver and kidney meridians, and can nourish the liver and kidneys, thus strengthening tendons and bones. It is suitable for treating symptoms such as soreness and weakness of the waist and knees and weakness in the lower limbs caused by deficiency of the liver and kidneys. It is often combined with other liver- and kidney-nourishing herbs such as Lycium fruit (Gouqizi) and Horny Goat Weed (Yinyanghuo) to enhance its therapeutic effects.

5. Nourishing the Kidneys and Invigorating Yang

Salt-processed Morinda root can warm and nourish the kidneys, and has certain improving effects on symptoms such as soreness and weakness of the waist and knees and decreased sexual function caused by kidney deficiency. Morinda root processed with salt can better enter the kidney meridian, thus enhancing its kidney-nourishing effects. It can also treat conditions in women caused by kidney-yang deficiency, such as cold uterus (gonghan), abnormal menstrual flow, and excessive vaginal discharge (red and white leucorrhea).

During medication, cold and raw foods should be avoided to prevent interference with the effectiveness of the medicine.