The efficacy and function of Dangpi Ginseng

As a very common Chinese medicinal material in daily life, Dangpi ginseng has high medicinal and nutritional value to the human body, and it is not too difficult to purchase. Let’s analyze several aspects of Dangpi ginseng below.

[Other names] Black ginseng, black ginseng, red ginseng

[Source] Medicinal material source: the whole body of sea cucumber of the family Holothuria.

[Original form] The body of the jade-foot sea cucumber is cylindrical, and the back part is often thicker. The general body length is 20-30cm. There are a few tube feet and papillae scattered on the back, and more tube feet on the ventral side. The arrangement is irregular, but the tube feet of young individuals are often arranged in 3 vertical and horizontal directions. The intradermal bone fragments are mainly table-shaped and button-shaped. The base of the table-shaped body is round, with 4 large holes in the center and 8-14 small holes around it. There is a large round hole on the top of the tower, surrounded by 8-11 small teeth. There is also a smaller table-shaped body with a nearly square base, 4 large holes in the center and 4 small holes on the corners. The button-shaped bone pieces are mostly oval, with 3-4 pairs of perforations.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: The back side is dark brown when alive. The color of old individuals is often darker, while young individuals are often purple-brown. The belly is lighter in color. It mostly lives in puddles between rock piles. The juveniles often live in intertidal coral reefs or under rocks.

[Chemical composition] The whole body of Yuzu sea cucumber contains holothurin A, B, cilaamino acid, paramyosin and sea cucumber toxins Ⅰ, Ⅱ and Ⅲ.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet; salty; warm

【Functions and indications】Tonify the kidney and nourish blood; promote lactation; stop bleeding. It is mainly used for weakness, fatigue, lack of milk after childbirth, constipation due to dry intestines, and bleeding due to trauma

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: Cook and eat in appropriate amount.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The above is a detailed description of the effects and edible methods of Dangpi ginseng. Medicines like Dangpi ginseng are very effective in treating diseases. However, it should be noted that when using Dangpi ginseng, it is necessary to use it in moderation and not too much, otherwise it will not be of any benefit to the body.