What are the functions and effects of earthworm (Dilong)?

Mar 12, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

Introduction

Dilong, the dried body of the earthworm, commonly has functions and effects such as promoting blood circulation to remove blood stasis, dredging meridians and relieving asthma, clearing heat to stop convulsions, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial actions, and clearing heat to promote urination. If in doubt, it is recommended to consult a healthcare professional in advance. Additionally, the dosage of Dilong should be controlled, as excessive use may cause adverse reactions. Pregnant women, individuals with spleen-stomach deficiency cold, infants, and young children should use it cautiously or avoid it altogether.

Earthworm, the dried body of the earthworm, commonly has effects and functions such as promoting blood circulation to remove blood stasis, dredging meridians and relieving asthma, clearing heat and calming convulsions, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial actions, clearing heat and promoting diuresis. A detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Promoting Blood Circulation and Removing Blood Stasis

Earthworm contains ingredients such as lumbrokinase, which have thrombolytic and anticoagulant effects, improve blood circulation, and can prevent and treat thrombotic diseases, such as cerebral infarction and myocardial infarction.

2. Dredging Meridians and Relieving Asthma

Earthworm contains abundant amino acids and polypeptides that can dilate the bronchi, reduce respiratory inflammation, and provide some relief for diseases such as asthma and chronic bronchitis.

3. Clearing Heat and Calming Convulsions

Earthworm is cold in nature and enters the liver meridian, having good effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, calming the nerves and soothing agitation. It can be used to treat convulsions and seizures caused by high fever.

4. Anti-inflammatory and Antibacterial

Earthworm contains anti-inflammatory components with effects of reducing inflammation, antibacterial action, and calming. It has certain therapeutic effects in treating inflammatory diseases such as arthritis and osteomyelitis.

5. Clearing Heat and Promoting Diuresis

Earthworm also has the effect of clearing heat and promoting diuresis, helping to expel excess water and toxins from the body and reduce the body's burden. It is suitable for treating symptoms such as difficult urination, edema with reduced urine output, and heat accumulation in the bladder.

In addition, the dosage of earthworm should be limited, as excessive use may cause adverse reactions. Pregnant women, individuals with cold deficiency in the spleen and stomach, infants, and young children should use it cautiously or avoid it altogether.

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