As the seasons change and the climate warms up, not only are flowers blooming, but all kinds of wild vegetables are also vying to emerge, which not only have a unique taste, but also many are "cures". And what we want to talk about today is the dandelion, which is known as the "Queen of Herbs".
Seven groups of people will reap the benefits of dandelions
It is described in the "Diet Recipe of Living with Rest" that it has the effect of clearing the lungs, diluting cough and dissolving phlegm, dispersing knots and eliminating carbuncles, nourishing yin and cooling blood, relaxing tendons and strengthening teeth, and improving milk and essence. It is especially suitable for:
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People who love acne and are damp and hot
As
the weather gets hotter, many people will have greasy hair and skin; Love acne; bitter mouth, dry mouth, bad breath; Symptoms such as yellowing of the tongue coating are mostly caused by dampness and heat accumulation in the body and stagnation of liver qi.
Pugong dehumidification, heat clearing and detoxification, diuretic and knotting, can improve nausea and bad breath caused by damp heat, and also has a good effect on acne caused by damp heat.
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For people with mouth ulcers
, on the one hand, dandelion has a certain bactericidal effect and can kill hemolytic streptococcus that causes mouth ulcers; On the other hand, dandelion has the effect of removing fire and inflammation, reducing swelling and dispersing knots, and can reduce the swelling and pain of the tongue and mouth ulcers.
sterol contained in dandelion can affect human metabolism, indirectly increase liver glycogen content and decrease the activity of liver lipase, thus playing a role in liver protection to a certain extent; And the egg lutein it contains can prevent liver cirrhosis and enhance the function of the liver and gallbladder.
have shown that dandelion can help kill Helicobacter pylori and Staphylococcus aureus, so it can play a certain protective role in the stomach.
ancient times, dandelion has been used to prevent diseases of the mammary gland. According to studies, dandelion extract has inhibitory effects on telangiectasia, hyperpermeability, fibrous tissue hyperplasia, etc., and has obvious anti-inflammatory activity in vivo.
In addition, dandelion can alleviate inflammatory diseases such as conjunctivitis, mumps, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, etc., and the effect is comparable to antibiotics to a certain extent.
6. Dandelion contains 17 kinds of amino acids in
people with high blood pressure
, and is rich in essential amino acids. Among the various amino acids, the most commendable is γ aminobutyric acid, which plays an important role in human brain energy metabolism, and can also promote acetylcholine synthesis and assist in lowering blood pressure.
7. Dandelion is very rich in β-carotene
in people with cardiovascular diseases
, and β-carotene has a strong antioxidant effect, which can help remove garbage from the blood vessel wall and protect blood vessels.
Although the above-mentioned groups of people can reap the benefits of eating dandelion, people with spleen and stomach deficiency, gastroenteritis, and people with yin deficiency and body cold are not suitable for consumption. And if you want to use it, it is best to consult a doctor first.
In addition, the whole dandelion plant can be used as medicine, but the roots, stems and leaves have completely different effects, so don't be confused when using it.
Dandelion roots, leaves, efficacy differences
root is rich in nutrients, such as polysaccharides, proteins, vitamin E, vitamin C, etc., which can promote human metabolism, help discharge metabolic toxins, and benefit the health of the liver.
In addition, it can also promote the secretion of bile, help digestion and absorption, and have the effect of nourishing the stomach.
leaves: clear heat and detoxify, relieve inflammation
dandelion is known as a "natural antibiotic", and its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect comes from the chlorogenic acid contained in it. Normally, the amount in the leaves is slightly higher than in the roots.
Dandelion is skillfully matched to double the effect
The easiest way to eat dandelion is to dry it and soak it in water, and if you can add some ingredients to it, you can also achieve twice the result with half the effort.
dandelion + rose, to prevent breast disease,
roses are mild, can adjust the coolness of dandelions, and can also regulate qi and relieve depression, and blood stasis. The combination of the two is suitable for women to prevent breast diseases.
dandelion + corn whisker, blood pressure control and liver protection
Chinese medicine believes that corn whisker enters the liver, kidney, and bladder meridians, has the effect of diuresis and swelling, and flattens the liver and gallbladder. Dandelion can also regulate blood pressure, and the combination of the two is very suitable for patients with high blood pressure as a daily substitute for tea.
dandelion + dendrobium + licorice, qi and stomach
formula: 3 grams of dandelion, dendrobium, and licorice. After brewing boiling water for ten minutes, it is ready to drink.
Dendrobium is beneficial to the stomach, nourishing yin and clearing heat; Licorice can tonify the spleen and invigorate qi, clear heat and detoxify, dispel phlegm and relieve cough, and dandelion is paired with dandelion, suitable for people with stomach discomfort and long-term constipation.
dandelion + chrysanthemum + honeysuckle, fire
formula: dandelion 3.3g, chrysanthemum 0.3g, honeysuckle 0.3g. Brew tea with boiling water.
Chrysanthemum can clear liver fire, clear heat and detoxify; Honeysuckle can clear away heat and detoxify, dissipate heat and dissipate evil, and the medicinal properties of the three herbs are interconnected, which can alleviate acne, acne, dry mouth, bad breath, bitter mouth and other problems caused by heat in the body.
However, each person's physique is different, and whether each prescription is applicable or not, it is recommended to follow the doctor's instructions and treat the syndrome.
