The efficacy and function of sesame leaves

For many Chinese people, traditional Chinese medicine is very trustworthy because it has a long history and few side effects. Sesame leaves are a common Chinese medicinal material, which has many benefits for human health. So how can we eat sesame leaves? Let’s learn about it below.

[Other names] Qingpin, Jusheng seedling (Benjing), Man, Mengshen (Wu Pu Materia Medica), Huma seedling (New Book on Longevity and Nursing).

[Source] It is the leaves of the sesame plant of the sesame family.

[Chemical composition] The dried leaves contain 0.3% sesame glycoside.

[Pharmacological action] The leaves contain gum, which can form a slurry when added to water. It can be used as a beverage by patients with diarrhea and dysentery to relieve irritation.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, cold.

[Functions and indications] Treat wind-cold-dampness arthralgia, metrorrhagia, vomiting blood, and itching in the genitals.

【Usage and Dosage】 For oral administration: decoction or mash into juice. For external use: grind into powder and apply dry.

[Additional prescription] ① To treat vomiting blood: decoct the tender stems and leaves of sesame in water and take with sugar. (Hunan Pharmacopoeia)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

The medicinal value of sesame leaves introduced in the article is of great help to our lives. In fact, many physical illnesses can be treated with some Chinese medicinal materials such as sesame leaves. The profound Chinese medicine culture should continue to be passed on.