The efficacy and function of mango leaves

As people's living standards continue to improve, health and longevity are gradually valued by us, so health-preserving diet therapy methods are very popular nowadays, the trend of traditional Chinese medicine is becoming more and more popular, and Chinese medicine has once again occupied people's vision. Today we will talk about the Chinese medicine mango leaf.

[Source] These are the leaves of the mango plant of the Anacardiaceae family, which can be picked at any time.

[Chemical composition] Contains 237 mg% ascorbic acid, 11.73% tannin, 6.9% mangoside (calculated on dry leaves); also contains resin, hydrocyanic acid, ketones, etc.

[Pharmacological action] The leaf extract can inhibit staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. The leaves or juice may cause dermatitis in sensitive people. It has estrogen-like effects on animals.

[Nature and flavor] "Luchuan Materia Medica": "sour and sweet, cool in nature."

【Functions and indications】 ① "Luchuan Materia Medica": "It can promote the flow of qi and relieve stagnation. It can remove sha accumulation. It can treat abdominal pain caused by heat stagnation and bloating. It can also clean ulcers."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 0.5 to 1 liang. For external use: decoct in water for washing or mash for application.

[Additional prescription] "Records of Collecting Medicinal Herbs in Lingnan": "For treating gunshot wounds: boil mango leaves in water and wash with it; if iron filings get into the flesh, take the leaves and mash them and apply them to the wound."

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Records of Collecting Medicinal Herbs in Lingnan".

Through the detailed introduction of this article, I believe everyone has a certain understanding of the functions and effects of mango leaves. The several functions and effects introduced in the article are relatively common. I hope everyone can remember them and they will be helpful in your life.