The efficacy and function of Yanke soil

Although Western medicine and Western drugs are more common nowadays, people still often believe that diseases can only be cured by taking Chinese medicine, because Chinese medicine can cure the root cause. Yanketu is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine. Let’s take a look at some common knowledge about Yanketu.

[Other names] Huyan nest soil (Bencao Shiyi), Yanke mud (Jiuji Fang), bird's nest mud, swallow mud (Sichuan Chinese Medicine Records).

[Source] This is the mud nest of the golden-rumped swallow, a member of the Hirundae family.

【Original morphology】For the animal morphology, please refer to the entry "Hu Yan's Egg".

【Properties and flavors】 ① "Compendium of Materia Medica": "Non-toxic."

[Functions and indications] Treat wind-induced pruritus, eczema, white baldness, erysipelas, and mouth ulcers.

[Usage and Dosage] For external use: grind into powder and apply on the skin or decoct in water for bathing.

[Additional prescription] ① Treating pruritus and hidden rash caused by wind: Mix soil from Huyanke soil with water and apply it on the affected area. (Qianjin Fang)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

Through the above introduction, everyone has a good understanding of the traditional Chinese medicine Yan Ke Tu. It has a very good effect in treating diseases. However, it should be noted that when using Yan Ke Tu, some methods and ways should be mastered for healthy and scientific consumption.