Effects and functions of nettle root

In daily life, people are not only very familiar with various foods, but also come into contact with a lot of medicines in daily life. Among them, nettle root is a relatively common Chinese medicinal material. Given that there are still many people who don’t know much about nettle root, let’s take a detailed look at it below.

[Source] It is the root of Urtica dioica , Urtica angustifolia and other plants of the Urticaceae family.

[Properties and flavors] "Wenshan Chinese Herbal Medicine": "bitter, pungent, warm, and poisonous."

【Functions and indications】Dispel wind, promote blood circulation, and relieve pain. Treat rheumatic pain, eczema, and leprosy.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral administration: decoct in water, 1 to 3 qian; or soak in wine. For external use: decoct in water and wash.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat rheumatic pain: soak an appropriate amount of nettle root in wine for three to five days, then take 5 to 10 ml twice a day. (Wenshan Chinese Herbal Medicine)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Guizhou Folk Prescriptions and Medicines Collection". "Wenshan Chinese Herbal Medicine": This product (roots and leaves) is poisonous. Overdose can cause severe vomiting, abdominal pain, dizziness, palpitations, and even collapse. In addition to symptomatic treatment, ginger and brown sugar water can be taken.

I believe that after the above explanations, everyone has a deeper understanding of the Chinese medicine nettle root? In fact, many foods or medicinal materials are the same. Only when we understand them can we eat them correctly according to our own situation and effectively help maintain our health.