The efficacy and function of Chinese herbal medicine Artemisia capillaris

Friends who like to keep in good health will definitely read a lot of knowledge and watch a lot of programs about health preservation. Many things that we didn’t often see or hear before have been introduced by health experts, and now we have a deeper understanding of Chinese medicine in our minds. As a result, our knowledge has been expanded, and we also know what kind of conditioning to do based on our physical condition. Nowadays, many people feel depressed in the summer. They stay in the air-conditioned room for a long time and get sick as soon as they leave the room. This happens to many people.

Artemisia capillaris is a common Chinese medicinal material, which can also play a role in clearing away heat and dampness in summer. If you don’t want to take western medicine, you can consult a Chinese medicine doctor to get some Chinese medicine prescriptions, so as to prevent heatstroke in summer. Let’s take a look at the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine Artemisia capillaris.

The efficacy and function of Artemisia capillaris

1. Artemisia capillaris is used to treat leprosy and rheumatism (this disease is characterized by the appearance of white patches on the body): take two handfuls of Artemisia capillaris, one dou and a half liters of water, boil and take out seven liters, first wash with soapberry soup, then wash with this soup, wash again when it cools, wash every other day, otherwise it may be painful. (Cui's Compilation of Essential Prescriptions)

2. Artemisia capillaris is used to treat wind-induced pruritus, swollen and itchy skin: one liang of Artemisia capillaris and half a liang of lotus leaf. Grind the above two ingredients into powder. Take one spoonful each time, mix with cold honey water, and drink after meals. (Yinchenhao powder from Shengji Zonglu)

3. Artemisia capillaris is used to treat patients with golden body, little talk, weak limbs, good sleep, and mucus in the mouth: Artemisia capillaris and white moss peel, each one liang. Coarsely pound and sieve the above two ingredients. Take three spoonfuls of it each time, add a cup of water, boil it until six parts are left, remove the residue, and drink it while warm before meals, three times a day. (Yinchen Decoction from Shengji Zonglu)

4. Artemisia capillaris is used to treat colds, jaundice, and lacquer sores: 50 cents of Artemisia capillaris. Decoction in water. (Hunan Pharmacopoeia)

5. Artemisia capillaris is used to treat itching and scabies all over the body: boil a certain amount of Artemisia capillaris into a thick juice and use it to wash the affected area. (Qianjin Fang)

6. Artemisia capillaris treats red and swollen eyes: Use equal parts of Artemisia capillaris and Plantago seed, decoct them into a soup, and take it several times with fine tea.

7. Artemisia capillaris is used to treat wind-induced cramps (note: the inability of hands and feet to stretch and contract freely): use one catty of Artemisia capillaris, one stone of sorghum rice, and three catties of flour, mix them well and make wine as usual, and drink it daily.

8. Artemisia capillaris treats jaundice all over the body: Use a handful of Artemisia capillaris, mash it with ginger, and rub it on the chest and limbs every day.

The above only introduces some of the effects and functions of Artemisia capillaris. In fact, it also has other effects, which I will not introduce here one by one. If you are interested, you can take a look at the effects and matters recorded in medical books. If you want to use Chinese medicine to treat a disease, you must consult a professional before taking it, otherwise if you treat it yourself, it is likely to cause harm to your body.