The efficacy and function of cypress seeds

The medical value of pine nuts is beyond our imagination. It is very effective in treating some diseases. There are many substances in pine nuts that are beneficial to the human body. Let’s take a look.

【English name】 SEMAN PLATYCLADI

[Source] This product is the dried mature seed kernel of Platycladus orientalis (L.) Franco, a plant of the Cupressaceae family. In autumn and winter, mature seeds are harvested, dried, the seed coats are removed, and the seed kernels are collected.

[Properties] This product is oblong or elliptical, 4-7mm long and 1.5-3mm in diameter. The surface is yellowish white or light yellowish brown, covered with a membranous endosea, with a slightly pointed apex, dark brown spots, and a blunt base. Soft and oily. It has a slight fragrance and a light taste.

[Processing] Tortilla seed : remove impurities and residual seed coat.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, neutral.

[return through] return the heart, kidney and large intestine meridians.

【Functions and indications】Nourishes the heart and soothes the mind, stops sweating, and moistens the intestines. It is used for insomnia due to deficiency and restlessness, palpitations, night sweats due to yin deficiency, and constipation due to dry intestines.

【Usage and Dosage】 3～9g.

[Storage] Store in a cool and dry place, away from heat and insects.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Pharmacopoeia

【Source】 "Tang Materia Medica"

The above is an introduction to the effects of pine nuts. When using it, you can use it according to the needs mentioned above, and pine nuts are also very helpful in treating certain diseases.