The efficacy and function of green onion leaves

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

[Source] It is the leaves of the allium plant of the Liliaceae family.

[Chemical composition] The leaves contain glucose, fructose, sucrose, maltose and various oligofructose, as well as small amounts of starch, hemicellulose, α-cellulose and lignin.

[Pharmacological action] 100% onion decoction has an inhibitory effect on Shigella dysenteriae in test tube (ring cup test); 25% onion filtrate can kill vaginal Trichomonas if the contact time in test tube is greater than 60 minutes.

[Nature and flavor] "Qianjin·Food Therapy": "warm, spicy."

【Functions and indications】 Dispel wind and induce sweating, detoxify and reduce swelling. It is used to treat colds, headaches, nasal congestion, fever without sweating, stroke, facial edema, sores, swelling and pain, and injuries from falls.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian. For external use: mash and apply, apply hot paste or decoct in water for washing.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat swelling and pain caused by wind and water in sores: green onion leaves, dried ginger, and phellodendron. Mix them together and boil them into soup, use it to soak and wash the patient. (Dietary Therapy Materia Medica)

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The effects and functions of green onion leaves are varied, and we should choose the appropriate way of eating according to different physical symptoms. In life, we can learn more about this when we have free time.