The efficacy and function of river clams

River clams are a very common Chinese medicine. Although it is very common, it has many magical effects. Let’s take a look at it below.

[Other names] Toothless clam, pond clam, pearl clam, dorsal toothless clam, triangular sail clam, ray-split ridge clam, pleated crown clam

[Source] Mollusca, class Cynomorium , family Cercopodidae , Anodonta woodiana Lea; Hyriopsis cumingii Lea; Schistodesmus lampreyanus Baird et Adams.; Cristaria plicata Leach , the meat and juice of which are used as medicine.

[Habitat distribution] It lives in the mud and sand of rivers, lakes, ponds, and paddy fields in various places.

[Chemical composition] Clam meat contains protein, fat, carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamins A, _B1 and _B2 .

[Nature and flavor] Clam meat: sweet, salty, and cold.

[Functions and indications] Clam meat: quenches thirst, eliminates heat, detoxifies, and removes red eyes.

[Usage and Dosage] 1 live river clam, about 1 fen of coptis root powder, a little borneol, wait for the clam water to flow out, collect it in a bowl, and apply it to the affected area with chicken feathers, several times a day.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

As a common Chinese medicinal material, river clams are often forgotten by people. In fact, its effects and functions are beyond your imagination. As long as you are good at eating it and use the right methods, I believe it will be of great help to your body.