The efficacy and function of chestnut

Many people know that chestnut pod has unique therapeutic effects on some diseases. In fact, the magical effects of chestnut pod are far more than that. The following will tell you in detail about the effects of chestnut pod.

[Source] It is the endocarp of chestnut, a plant of the Fagaceae family.

【Nature and flavor】 "Compendium of Materia Medica": "sweet, neutral, astringent, non-toxic."

【Function and indication】 Treat scrofula and bone stasis.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat chestnut neck: Cut off the thin layer of chestnut pod (chestnut pod), mash it and apply it. (Yao Kecheng's "Food Materia Medica")

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From Compendium of Materia Medica

The above describes some ways to eat chestnuts. Although many medicinal herbs can be eaten, we must remind everyone that Chinese medicines generally cannot be taken indiscriminately and should be used according to your own situation.