The efficacy and function of Jiubiying

As the pressure of modern life increases, more and more health care methods are emerging, but the most popular ones are still traditional Chinese medicine and Chinese medicine that have been tested for thousands of years. For example, Jiubingying, what are the effects and functions of Jiubingying? Let me introduce it to you today.

[Other names] Silver bark, nine-layer bark, white orchid, bear bile wood

[Source] The bark (double bark), leaves and roots of Ilex rotunda Thunb., a plant of the genus Ilex in the Aquifoliaceae family, can also be used as medicine. It can be harvested throughout the year. The rough outer skin is scraped off, chopped, and used dried or fresh. The leaves are mostly used fresh, and the roots are dug up in spring and autumn.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat, detoxifies, reduces swelling and relieves pain. Used for colds, tonsillitis, sore throat, acute gastroenteritis, rheumatic bone pain; used externally to treat bruises, carbuncles, boils, traumatic bleeding, and burns.

[Usage and Dosage] 3-5 qian; For external use, grind the bark into powder and mix with oil for application; mash the fresh leaves or roots and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] Records of Collecting Medicinal Herbs in Lingnan

The above describes some ways to eat Jiubiying. 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.