The efficacy and function of grape vine leaves

Grape vine leaves are a common Chinese medicine. They can be used for medicinal purposes as well as for food. The effects and functions of grape vine leaves are quite comprehensive. Let's take a look at them together.

[Source] The vines and leaves of grapes of the Vitaceae family.

[Chemical composition] The stem contains reducing sugar, sucrose, starch, tannins and flavonoids. The leaves contain tartaric acid, malic acid, oxalic acid, fumaric acid, succinic acid, citric acid, quinic acid, shikimic acid, and glyceric acid. It also contains isoquercetin, quercetin and rutin. The roots, vines and leaves contain rubber, sugars, etc.

【Nature and flavor】 "Compendium of Materia Medica": "sweet and astringent, neutral, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】 Treat edema, difficulty urinating, red eyes, and carbuncle.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian; or mash into juice. For external use: mash and apply or decoct in water for washing.

[Additional prescription] For treating edema: Grind grape heart (young leaves) and mole cricket (remove the head and tail) together, expose to the sun for seven days, dry in the sun, grind into powder, mix with light wine and take. It is best to use in the hot summer months. (The Secret of Living Dharma)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From Compendium of Materia Medica

Therefore, through the detailed introduction of the Chinese medicine grape vine leaves in the above article, it is not difficult to find that grape vine leaves have many effects and functions, and their effect in health care is still very good.