The efficacy and function of sticky yam

As people's living standards improve, they pay more attention to health preservation. Many people know that the Chinese medicine sticky yam is good for the body and can treat many diseases. Let’s learn about it today.

[Other names] Oxtail ginseng, sticky dog ​​potato

[Source] Dioscorea subcalva Prain et Burk., a plant of the genus Dioscorea in the Dioscoreaceae family, is used as medicine with its tubers . Dig up in autumn and winter, wash and dry.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, neutral.

【Functions and indications】 Strengthens the spleen and eliminates dampness, nourishes the lungs and benefits the kidneys. Used for pulmonary tuberculosis, spleen deficiency diarrhea, and thirst; used externally to treat bruises and injuries.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.5-1 liang, appropriate amount for external use, mash the fresh product and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] "Common Herbs in Kunming Folk Medicine"

The above content is an introduction to the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine sticky yam. I hope it can bring you some help. The culture of traditional Chinese medicine is profound and extensive. When treating diseases, we need to choose different medicines according to the different diseases to better help the body relieve troubles.