Three-leaf Yam功效与作用禁忌 translates to: **Three-leaf Yam: Functions, Uses, and Contraindications**
Recently, my body has been somewhat weak, and my immunity hasn't been very good either. I heard that Rhizoma Paridis has some notable benefits. I'd like to know whether someone like me, who catches colds easily and has a generally weak constitution, would be suitable for using Rhizoma Paridis. What other effects does it have? Are there any specific contraindications or precautions I should be particularly aware of when using Rhizoma Paridis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Trilobe Yam is a traditional Chinese herb with common functions as follows:
1. Enhancing immunity: Trilobe Yam can promote the regeneration of immune cells and accelerate antibody production.
2. Antiviral: Trilobe Yam contains natural antibiotics that can inhibit bacterial activity, kill pathogenic bacteria in the body, and enhance anti-inflammatory and antiviral capabilities.
3. Reducing swelling and relieving pain: It has significant therapeutic effects on symptoms such as swelling and pain due to bruising, contusions, and injuries. It can also alleviate adverse symptoms such as muscle and joint pain and limb numbness.
4. Clearing heat and detoxifying: Trilobe Yam can be used to treat diseases such as high fever convulsions in children, viral meningitis, and dysentery. It can also help relieve various soft tissue inflammations when applied externally.
5. Activating blood circulation and relieving pain: Externally used for treating snake bites, abscesses, boils, and contusions.
6. Dispelling wind and resolving phlegm: It can be used to treat diseases such as bronchitis, pneumonia, and pharyngitis.
Contraindications of Trilobe Yam:
1. Pregnant and lactating women should avoid using it, as its blood-activating and stasis-resolving properties may have adverse effects on the fetus or infant.
2. Individuals with weak constitution, hypotension patients, and those with deficiency-cold in the spleen and stomach should use it cautiously to avoid increasing the body's burden.
3. Long-term and excessive use may lead to an increased burden on liver and kidney functions.
