The efficacy and function of traditional Chinese medicine peach kernel

Peach kernel is the kernel of the walnut we usually eat. It tastes very good and is very nutritious. And as a traditional Chinese medicine, peach kernel has even more functions. It refers to the seeds of pecan. If the peach kernel inside is dried, it will have great medicinal value. It can promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, moisturize the intestines, and prevent constipation. Let's take a look at the functions and effects of the traditional Chinese medicine peach kernel.

Peach kernel can also be used as a traditional Chinese medicine. The medicinal value of peach kernel is very great. It is very good for our body and can treat many diseases, such as dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, and intestinal constipation in women. Peach kernel has many other effects and functions.

The effects of peach kernels:

Peach kernel is also known as hairy peach kernel, almond kernel, big peach kernel, peach kernel peach, and peach kernel man. Peach kernel has the effects of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, moistening the intestines and relieving constipation, relieving cough and relieving asthma. Peach kernel is mainly used to treat amenorrhea, blood stasis due to febrile disease, rheumatism, malaria, bruises, blood stasis and swelling and pain, and blood dryness and constipation. Pregnant women should not take peach kernels, those with blood dryness and deficiency should be cautious about peach kernels, and those with loose stools should use peach kernels with caution. Peach kernels are poisonous and should not be taken in excess.

Peach kernel can stop bleeding: it contains a large amount of gelatin, which produces platelets and has hemostatic effect. Suitable for patients with bleeding disorders. Suitable for women with heavy menstruation and hemorrhage.

Peach kernels can help with bowel movements: cellulose can promote intestinal wall motility, aid digestion, and prevent dry stools. It can lubricate the intestines and stimulate bowel movements. Keep the stool in the intestines moist to facilitate bowel movements. B vitamins can promote the secretion of digestive juices, maintain and promote intestinal peristalsis, and facilitate defecation.

Peach kernels can replenish energy: they contain carbohydrates and sugars, which can quickly provide energy to the body.

Peach kernel can regulate menstruation: relieve dysmenorrhea or lower back pain during menstruation. Regulate long (short) or scanty (excessive) menstruation.

Drug name: peach kernel

Efficacy classification: blood-activating medicine; blood-stasis-removing medicine.

Alias: hairy peach kernel, almond kernel, big peach kernel, peach kernel peach, peach kernel man. The efficacy and function of peach kernel The efficacy and function of peach kernel

Nature and flavor: bitter and sweet; neutral; non-toxic.

Meridians: Heart meridian; Liver meridian; Large intestine meridian; Lung meridian; Spleen meridian.

Effect: Remove blood stasis and relieve blood stasis; moisturize and lubricate the intestines

Indications: amenorrhea; abdominal masses; blood stasis due to febrile disease; rheumatism; malaria; traumatic injuries; swelling and pain due to blood stasis; constipation due to dry blood.

Dosage and Administration: For oral administration: decoct in water, 1.5-3 qian; or make into pills or powder. For external use: mash and apply.

Source: The seeds of peach or mountain peach, plants of the Rosaceae family.

Preparation method:

1. Remove the hard shell impurities, put it in a boiling water pot and cook until the skin is slightly wrinkled, take it out, soak it in cold water, rub off the seed coat, dry it in the sun, and winnow it clean.

2. Peach kernel: remove impurities. Crush when using.

3. Stir-fry peach kernels: Take the stewed peach kernels and stir-fry them until they turn yellow. Crush when using.

4. Stewed peach kernels: Take clean peach kernels and peel them according to the stewing method. Crush when using.

The role of peach kernels:

Peach kernel is bitter, sweet and neutral. It enters the heart, liver, and large intestine meridians, and can promote blood circulation, remove blood stasis, moisten the intestines and promote bowel movements, and relieve cough and asthma. Used for amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, urinary tract infections, injuries from falls, and constipation due to dry intestines.

Peach kernel and safflower are both blood-activating and blood-stasis-removing medicines with a wide range of effects. They are often used together, but peach kernel is good at treating lung abscess and intestinal abscess, and has the effect of moistening the intestines and promoting bowel movements; safflower is good at activating blood circulation and regulating menstruation.

Peach kernel tastes bitter and sweet but is neutral in nature. It can enter the heart, liver, and large intestine, and has a wide range of effects in promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis. It can be used to treat various symptoms of blood stasis. In terms of treatment, it is good at treating internal abscesses, such as lung abscess; intestinal abscesses are often treated with it as an important medicine. Is it because of its unique properties? It is fatty and moist in texture, and has the function of moistening the intestines and relieving constipation. However, it is rarely used in clinical practice for moistening the intestines and relieving constipation in recent years. Do not use if you have heavy menstruation or are pregnant.

1. Peach kernel is used to treat postpartum lochia and sluggish and astringent pulse: 3 grams of peach kernel, 3 grams of angelica, 1.5 grams each of red peony root and cinnamon heart, and 3 grams of granulated sugar (fried into charcoal). Decoction in water, remove the residue and drink warm. (Peach Kernel Decoction from Six Medical Books)

2. Peach kernel is used to treat abdominal pain after childbirth, dried blood under the navel, and menstrual disorders: 3 liang of rhubarb, 20 pieces of peach kernels, and 20 pieces of ZHE worms (boil them and remove the feet). Grind the above three ingredients into powder, mix with refined honey to make four pills. Boil one pill with one liter of wine, and take eight he. If you take it all at once, new blood will flow out like pig liver. ("Golden Chamber" Xia Yuxue Decoction)

3. Peach kernel is used to treat blood stasis and fever in the five parts of the body in virgin women: Peach kernel (roasted), safflower, angelica (washed and roasted), and Dunixie are ground into powder in equal parts. Take three grams each time, mixed with warm wine, on an empty stomach before meals. (Tao Ren San from Yang's Family Prescriptions)

It is also very useful to understand the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine peach kernel. We usually know some uses of peach kernel. Not only can it be eaten, but it also has great value as a diet therapy. It can treat many diseases and some symptoms of physical discomfort. However, women must use it with caution during pregnancy, otherwise it will cause some adverse symptoms.