The efficacy and function of Rehmannia glutinosa

As people's living standards continue to improve, health and longevity are gradually valued by us, so nowadays health-preserving diet therapy methods are very popular, the trend of traditional Chinese medicine is becoming more and more popular, and Chinese medicine has once again occupied people's vision. Today we will talk about the Chinese medicine Rehmannia glutinosa.

[Alias] Honeypot (Illustrated Collection of Plant Names and Realities)

[Source] It is the flower bud of Rehmannia glutinosa, a plant of the Scrophulariaceae family .

【Functions and indications】 Treats diabetes, kidney deficiency and low back pain.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat thirst; dry the Rehmannia flower in the shade, pound it into powder, use two he of millet, wash it clean and cook it into porridge, wait until it is cooked, add three spoonfuls of powder, stir well, boil it again, and eat it as you like. (Rehmannia glutinosa porridge from Shengji Zonglu)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

The utilization rate of Rehmannia glutinosa in traditional Chinese medicine is still very high, and it can be used to treat a variety of diseases. We should consume Rehmannia glutinosa after fully understanding its effects and functions. I hope everyone doesn’t eat carelessly.