The Efficacy and Functions of Perilla Leaf Tea
Disease description:
During this period, my body has not felt very comfortable, and I believe I have some qi deficiency. My girlfriend gave me some water infused with Perilla leaves, saying that it would be beneficial. I would like to know specifically what effects Perilla leaf-infused water has?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Main functions and effects of Perilla leaf steeped in water:
1. Resolving exterior syndromes and dispersing cold: Perilla leaf can induce perspiration and resolve exterior syndromes, effectively relieving symptoms such as headache, fever, and cough caused by wind-cold type common colds.
2. Regulating qi and harmonizing the stomach: Perilla leaf helps regulate qi flow to relieve pain and harmonizes the stomach by reducing upward qi reversal, making it suitable for symptoms such as abdominal distension, nausea, and vomiting. Drinking Perilla leaf water can help improve indigestion.
3. Eliminating dampness and relieving cough: Perilla leaf has certain effects in removing dampness and alleviating cough associated with symptoms like excessive phlegm caused by dampness obstruction.
4. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects: Perilla leaf contains abundant volatile oils that exhibit antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, and can be used as an adjunct in treating respiratory tract infections and other related conditions.
5. Stopping bleeding: Drinking Perilla leaf water can also, to some extent, promote blood circulation and thereby help alleviate conditions such as hematochezia, hematuria, and hematemesis.
6. Beautifying the skin and promoting a healthy complexion: Antioxidants present in Perilla leaf help eliminate free radicals and slow down the skin aging process.
In addition, special populations such as pregnant and lactating women should use Perilla leaf only under the guidance of a physician.
