The efficacy and function of crab shell

I wonder if you have ever heard of crab shells. Crab shells are very beneficial for regulating our bodies and can also play a good role in treating some diseases. Today let us look at the relevant knowledge about crab shells.

【source】

It is the shell of the Chinese mitten crab, a member of the family Crabidae.

[Original form]

For details on animal morphology, please refer to the "Crab" entry.

【Chemical composition】

About 3/4 is calcium carbonate, about half of the remaining 1/4 is chitin, and the remaining half is mainly protein. Chitin is a polysaccharide composed of N-acetylglucosamine. It is insoluble in dilute acids and alkalis. If it is boiled with acid, it will hydrolyze to produce acetic acid and D-glucosamine. Chitin is a special component of the shells of crabs, shrimps, etc., but it is also contained in the shells, mycelium and spores of some insects.

【Nature and flavor】

"Qianjin Food Therapy": "Tastes sour, cold, and poisonous."

【Function and indications】

Break up blood stasis and eliminate accumulation. Treats blood stasis, flank pain, abdominal pain, mastitis, and frostbite.

【Usage and Dosage】

For internal use: calcine and grind into powder. For external use: apply the mixture with burnt ash.

The above introduces some basic knowledge about crab shells. I believe many people will know more about crab shells after reading it. There are many other medicinal herbs that we often come into contact with in our daily lives. If you have time, you might as well learn more about them.