The efficacy and function of carambola root

I don’t know if you are familiar with carambola root and whether you understand its effects and functions. Let’s analyze in detail the value and eating methods of carambola root.

[Source] It is the root of the Oxalis plant carambola .

[Original morphology] The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "Yangtao".

【Functions and indications】 Treats headache and joint pain.

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: decocted in water, 4-5 qian (1-1.5 liang for fresh); or soaked in wine.

[Additional prescription] ① For chronic headache: stew one to two and a half liang of fresh carambola root and four liang of tofu, take once a day. (Fujian Folk Herbs)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Records of Collecting Medicinal Herbs in Lingnan"

The above is a brief introduction to the medicinal value of carambola root. For most people in real life, there is no need to worry about side effects when using carambola root to treat diseases. Therefore, the treatment of diseases with carambola root is an effective and practical treatment method, and it has been widely used in clinical practice.