Effects and functions of Belamcanda chinensis

Belamcanda chinensis is a traditional Chinese medicine for clearing away heat and removing fire. This product is the dried underground rhizome of the Iridaceae plant Belamcanda chinensis. The main production areas are Hubei Province, Henan Province, Jiangsu Province, Anhui Province and other places. It is harvested in early spring when buds just sprout or in autumn when the leaves and stems wither. Autumn is the best time to harvest. Remove the seedling stems, roots and fine sand, wash and dry. Cut into slices and used raw. Belamcanda chinensis tastes slightly bitter, is cold in nature, and enters the lung meridian. It has the effects of removing heat and toxins, removing phlegm, and relieving sore throat. It is mainly used to treat heat-toxic cough with excessive sputum accumulation, sore throat, excessive sputum, cough and asthma, etc. So, what are the effects and functions of Shegan?

Many people don’t know much about Belamcanda chinensis, and may even mistake it for an orange. In fact, Belamcanda chinensis is a traditional Chinese medicinal material whose roots and leaves are used as medicine. It contains many nutrients, and everything from the leaves to the roots can be eaten. It tastes good whether it is roasted or stir-fried. Shegan can enter the lungs and treat swelling, pain, and problems such as excessive internal heat. Below we will talk in detail about the effects and functions of Shegan.

The efficacy and function of Belamcanda chinensis

1. The cough-relieving and expectorant effects of Belamcanda chinensis

Belamcanda chinensis has a very good effect on the lungs. The simplest way to moisten the lungs and relieve coughs with Belamcanda chinensis is to make tea with it. Belamcanda chinensis water can relieve coughs and reduce phlegm. At the same time, the throat damaged by coughing will also be moisturized to a certain extent. Shelterroot can also adjust the hoarseness caused by coughing and clear up inflammation in the throat and mouth.

2. The lipid-lowering effect of Belamcanda chinensis

Belamcanda chinensis can lower blood sugar. People who drink Belamcanda chinensis water for a long time can significantly restore the glycogenotype in their body. At the same time, the lipid-lowering properties in Belamcanda chinensis can inhibit the body from absorbing excessive sugar in food, helping us control blood sugar levels. The regulating effect of Belamcanda chinensis on blood sugar level is mild and has no side effects, so everyone can eat more of it.

3. The anti-ulcer effect and efficacy of Belamcanda chinensis

Belamcanda saponin is a unique substance in Belamcanda. Studies have shown that this substance can inhibit gastrointestinal inflammation and promote the digestive tract to secrete substances that resist gastrointestinal ulcers. Therefore, Belamcanda chinensis has obvious effect in preventing gastric ulcer.