The Efficacy and Functions of Eggplant Stems
Disease description:
When I was a child, my hands got frostbitten during winter, developing chilblains. My mom had me soak my hands in water boiled with eggplant stalks, saying it was effective for chilblains. I would like to ask about the功效与作用 (therapeutic effects and functions) of eggplant stalks.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
As part of the nightshade plant family, eggplant vines offer the following health benefits and functions:
1. Clearing heat and detoxifying: Eggplant vine decoction can help clear heat and detoxify the body. It may serve as an adjunct treatment for symptoms caused by conditions such as dysentery, enteritis, and acute tonsillitis, including symptoms like bloody diarrhea with mucus, abdominal pain, and sore throat.
2. Promoting blood circulation and resolving blood stasis: Certain components in eggplant vines can improve blood circulation, alleviate pain and swelling, and help relieve discomfort caused by conditions such as arthritis and gout.
3. Diuretic and reducing edema: Eggplant vines also have diuretic properties, helping the body eliminate excess water and waste, thus aiding in reducing edema.
While eggplant vine decoction offers multiple benefits, it cannot replace conventional medical treatments. It should be used under medical guidance, with close monitoring of the body's response.
