The efficacy and function of bitter pot Lu Zi

Chinese medicinal materials are very common, and there are many types of them. There are also some differences in their efficacy. Therefore, you need to have a good understanding before choosing. So do you know about the medicinal material Kuhuluzi?

[Source] It is the seeds of the bitter gourd of the Cucurbitaceae family. In autumn, pick the ripe fruits, remove the seeds and dry them in the sun.

【Nature and flavor】 "Compendium of Materia Medica": "bitter, cold, poisonous."

【Functions and indications】 Treat edema, urinary obstruction, nasal congestion, nasal breathing, tooth decay, and ear problems.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral administration: in the form of pills or powder. For external use: apply the juice, gargle with the decoction, or grind into powder and apply.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat abdominal edema: 2 liang of bitter purse seeds (slightly fried), pound into powder. Take 2 qian of it with porridge or drink.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Compendium of Materia Medica".

The above introduction to the knowledge about Kuhuluzi will, I believe, help you get to know more about Kuhuluzi. In our daily life, we can eat bitter gourd to regulate and improve our body.