The efficacy and function of catfish

The medical value of catfish is beyond our imagination. It is very effective in treating some diseases. Catfish contains many substances that are beneficial to the human body. Let’s take a look.

[Other names] catfish, silver carp, catfish, blenny

[Source] Parasilurus asotus (L.), catfish of the family Siluriformes, the whole fish (minus the viscera) is used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】Heilongjiang, Yangtze and Pearl River basins.

【Functions and indications】Diuretic and lactation-promoting.

[Additional prescription] For treating edema: 1 catfish, 5 liang of coriander, and an appropriate amount of sesame oil. Cut open the fish and remove the impurities. Put the coriander into the fish belly, stew it with sesame oil and water (without adding salt). Take it continuously.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Now you know the function of catfish. I didn’t know catfish was such a valuable thing before, which shows that our knowledge is not broad enough. So in the future life, learning more about it can be a good way to maintain health. In fact, if you want to maintain health, there is knowledge everywhere in life.