The efficacy and function of bindweed

We know that there are many kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, and bindweed is one of them. In order for Bindweed to work correctly and scientifically, it is necessary to master how to eat it, because different medicinal herbs have their own unique nutrition and efficacy. Let’s study it below.

[Other names] Dogweed, Cupflower

[Source] Calystegia japonica Choisy, a plant of the genus Calystegia in the family Convolvulaceae, is used as medicine using its rhizome and whole plant . In summer and autumn, dig out the plants together with the rhizomes, wash, cut into sections, and dry them in the sun; or pick out some rhizomes and use them alone.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, cold.

【Functions and indications】 Antihypertensive, diuretic, bone setting and tissue regeneration. Hypertension, difficulty urinating; used externally to treat fractures, trauma, and erysipelas.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang. For external use, mash an appropriate amount and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] "Ben Jing"

Knowing the effects and functions of bindweed, for most of our friends, if you feel you need it, you might as well eat some of it in your daily life. I believe it will effectively improve your condition. However, in order to ensure the effect after consumption, please be sure to consume it according to the requirements and avoid some bad living habits so that you can get the expected effect.