The efficacy and function of dried watercress

As the pressure of modern life increases, more and more health care methods are emerging, but the most popular ones are still traditional Chinese medicine and Chinese medicine that have been tested for thousands of years. For example, dried watercress, what are the effects and functions of dried watercress? Let me introduce it to you today.

[Source] It is the whole herb of the cruciferous plant watercress . Harvest in winter and spring and sun-dried.

[Original form] Watercress, also known as water mustard, watercress, and watercress.

[Habitat distribution] Growing in paddy fields or shallow ditches and swamps with water all year round. It is cultivated in Guangdong, Shanghai and other places.

[Pharmacological action] It is rich in vitamins A, C, and D, so it has nutritional value. The seeds also contain mustard oil, which is highly irritating. Its water extract can inhibit the growth of Escherichia coli, but has no effect on Staphylococcus aureus. It is said that the whole plant can interfere with egg implantation and pregnancy. Some people in foreign countries eat cooked watercress to regulate menstruation, induce miscarriage, and prevent pregnancy. The squeezed juice can fight against nicotine poisoning in rabbits and dogs, acting as an antagonist for the latter.

【Function】 "Handbook of Raw Herbs": "Treats lung diseases and dry cough caused by lung heat."

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: decoct in water (can also be eaten as vegetable).

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From the Handbook of Raw Herbs

Through the introduction of this article, we can learn some relevant knowledge about dried watercress. Whether from the perspective of food health or traditional Chinese medicine, the role of dried watercress cannot be underestimated.