The efficacy and function of bitter bean

Swede bean is a traditional Chinese medicine. In addition to the effects we know in daily life, Swede bean actually has many other effects and functions. Let’s take a look at them right away.

【Alias】

Sheep bladder, horse skin bladder, red bitter bean, sheep follicle, bladder grass, sheep egg, bell grass

【source】

Swainson's pea

The whole plant, root and fruit of the bitter bean are used as medicine. In autumn, when the fruits are ripe, pick them and dig out the whole plant with roots, cut them into sections and dry them.

【Nature and flavor】

Slightly bitter, neutral. Slightly poisonous.

【Function and indications】

Diuretic and anti-edema. Used for nephritic edema, chronic hepatitis, ascites due to cirrhosis, and angioneurotic edema.

【extract】

National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicine

The above is an introduction to some relevant knowledge about bitter beans. Do you have a better understanding of it? I hope everyone can apply bitter beans to our lives and serve our health.