The efficacy and function of tangerine leaves

In today's society, health preservation seems to be an eternal topic. Nowadays, many people like to use some Chinese medicinal materials to regulate their bodies, because these medicinal materials are natural and pollution-free. Here we would like to introduce you to the medicinal material tangerine leaves.

[Source] It is the leaves of various citrus species such as the Rutaceae plant Citrus aurantium or Ou orange .

[Chemical composition] Citrus aurantium leaves contain 187 mg% of vitamin C.

[Properties and flavors] "Ben Cao Qiu Yuan": "bitter, neutral, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】 "Compendium of Materia Medica" states: "It can treat chest and diaphragm adverse qi, promote the flow of qi in the liver and stomach, reduce swelling and dissipate toxins. It can also relieve breast abscesses, breast blows, breast stones, and flank pain. It can also promote menstruation."

【Usage and Dosage】 For oral administration: decoct in water, 1 to 3 qian; or mash into juice. For external use: mash and stir-fry until hot and apply to affected area or mash and drip the juice onto affected area.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat chest distension caused by typhoid fever: Mash tangerine leaves, mix with flour and apply to the affected area. (Compendium of Materia Medica)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From Compendium of Materia Medica

After reading the above article, I believe everyone has basically understood the effects and functions of tangerine leaves, right? The medicinal value of tangerine leaves is extremely high, but it is not suitable for everyone. You should judge based on your own actual situation. I hope everyone will pay attention to this.