The efficacy and function of Laoqianggu root

There are many kinds of common Chinese medicinal materials in life. Many people don’t know how to choose when using them, such as Laoqianggu root. Therefore, before choosing, you need to have a certain understanding of its efficacy and dosage. So do you know what are the efficacy and functions of Laoqianggu root?

[Source] It is the root of the Amaranth plant.

[Original form] Lao Qiang Gu (Longsha Jilue), also known as: red amaranth, tail spike amaranth.

[Habitat distribution] It is cultivated in all parts of my country.

[Chemical composition] The leaves contain betaine and oxalate. The seeds contain plant lectins and fatty oils, including 23.8% saturated fatty acids, 71% unsaturated fatty acids, and 3.2% unsaponifiable matter; the fatty acids include palmitic acid, stearic acid, oleic acid, and linoleic acid; the unsaponifiable matter contains 4 steroids, one of which is β-sitosterol.

【Functions and indications】Nourish and strengthen.

[Additional prescription] ① Treating infantile malnutrition: 4 qian of old spearmint root, 3 qian of small Sophora japonica flower, 2 qian of Acanthus paniculatus. Decoction in water.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Hunan Pharmacopoeia"

The above is a detailed introduction to the medicinal value of Laoqiangu root. There are also some ways and methods when eating Laoqiangu root. The above methods of eating are very helpful for regulating various problems of the human body, so you can do it with confidence.