The Efficacy and Functions of Chen Ai
Dec 29, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Mei Quan
Introduction
Moxa made from aged mugwort (Chen Ai) has the effects of warming the meridians, stopping bleeding, dispelling cold, regulating menstruation, and stabilizing pregnancy. It is highly effective in treating conditions such as uterine cold and abdominal pain during a woman's menstrual period. Reduced menstrual flow and abdominal pain may be caused by cold in the uterus. Drinking an appropriate amount of brown sugar ginger tea during menstruation can help warm the uterus and promote the rapid expulsion of shed endometrial tissue.
Dust is a relatively common ingredient in traditional Chinese herbal medicine, capable of alleviating various physical ailments. However, some people may not be fully aware of its specific benefits and effects. What are the benefits and effects of aged mugwort (Chen Ai)?
Benefits and Effects of Aged Mugwort (Chen Ai)
Chen Ai refers to aged mugwort leaves or Artemisia argyi. Since ancient times, there has been a saying that mugwort can treat numerous diseases through moxibustion. Mugwort has a bitter, pungent, and warm nature, affecting the liver, spleen, and kidney meridians. It functions to warm the meridians and dispel cold, stop bleeding, regulate menstruation, stabilize pregnancy, kill parasites, relieve itching, and alleviate diarrhea and dysentery. When used externally, mugwort can repel mosquitoes and prevent colds. Especially in spring, it can help prevent meningitis, chickenpox, tonsillitis, and other illnesses. Modern clinical studies have found that mugwort possesses antiviral and antibacterial anti-inflammatory properties. Fumigating living spaces with mugwort can help prevent various diseases.
Aged mugwort has the effects of warming the meridians, stopping bleeding, dispelling cold, regulating menstruation, and stabilizing pregnancy. It is particularly effective in treating conditions such as uterine cold and abdominal pain during menstruation. Reduced menstrual flow and abdominal pain may result from a cold uterus. Drinking an appropriate amount of brown sugar ginger tea during menstruation can help warm the uterus and promote the rapid expulsion of shed endometrial tissue.
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