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1.
Herba Agastachis (Sister-in-law's Mint)
Applications:
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It
is used to dispel summer heat and dampness for the
treatment of gastro-enteritis.
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It
is used as stomachic and antiemetic for nausea, vomiting
poor appetite and diarrhea due to accumulation of
dampness.
Function of the
herb :
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It is used to transform dampness and stimulate the
spleen
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It is used to harmonize the stomach
They are used internally to improve the appetite and
strengthen the digestive system[238].
Considered to be a "warming" herb, it is used in
situations where there is "dampness" within the
digestive system, resulting in poor digestion and
reduced vitality[254]. [238]
Bown. D. Encyclopaedia of Herbs and their Uses.
Dorling Kindersley, London. 1995 ISBN 0-7513-020-31. [254]
Chevallier. A. The Encyclopedia of Medicinal
Plants Dorling Kindersley. London 1996 ISBN
9-780751-303148
2. Radix Platycladi
Function of the
herb :
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Used for inflammation
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Effective as an expectorant because it contains
saponins
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Eliminate pus in the respiratory tract
Clinical research by western scientists confirmed
that
Radix Platycladi
suppresses digestive inflammation.
Research showed that Platycodon
inhibits PGE(2)
and NO production through its suppression of LPS-induced
COX-2 and iNOS expression, and also reduces IL-8
secretion by microglial cells. 22201
Clinical research by western scientists confirmed
that
Radix Platycladi
exerts
significant anti-inflammatory effects in vivo.
Research showed that Platycodon
inhibits
carrageenan-induced inflammation.36452
3. Radix Curcuma
Applications:
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It
is used to relieve pain by regulating the circulation of
the vital energy for the treatment of pains in chest,
abdomen and coastal regions due to stagnation of vital
energy and blood
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It
is used as a cholagogue for the treatment of hepatogenic
jaundice
Function of the Herb:
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to relieve pain
-
regulating the vital
energy in the chest and abdomen area.
Clinical research using a
double-blind
placebo controlled study
by western scientists confirmed
that
curcumin
from
Radix Curcuma
can be used to treat gastric problems.
613620.
Clinical research by western scientists confirmed
that
Rhizoma Curcuma Longa
neutralizes the secretion of gastric acid.
83161
Clinical research by western scientists confirmed
that
Rhizoma Curcuma Longa
exhibits
gastrointestinal effects, anti-inflammatory, anti-human
immunodeficiency virus, anti-bacteria, antioxidant
effects and nematocidal activities.
Studies shows that
Rhizoma Curcuma Longa
protects the gastric mucosa
against irritants.
723728
4. Amomi Fructus
Applications:
Function of the herb
:
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it is used to warm up the spleen
Clinical research by western scientists confirmed
that
bornyl acetate, the main ingredient of Amomum
Villosum possess strong analgesic effects.
09271
Clinical research by western scientists proved that
Amomum
Villosum possess
gastric anti-ulcerogenic effect.
Research shows that it
inhibit gastric lesions induced by
aspirin, ethanol and pylorus ligature.
97839
Clinical research by western scientists proved that
bornyl acetate, the main ingredient of Amomum
villosum shows analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.
24301
Clinical research by western scientists proved that
Amomum
inhibits mast cell-mediated
allergic reactions through the inhibition of histamine
release and inflammatory cytokine production (treats
gastric problems).
79737
Clinical research by western scientists proved that
Amomum
exhibits no cytotoxic activity
but exhibit strong antibacterial activity.
54360
Clinical research by western scientists proved that
the essential oil from Amomum,
beta-terpineol (13.4%), beta-pinene
(9.4%) and alpha-pinene, exhibit significant
antimicrobial activity.
14091
In modern western herbalism turmeric is approved by the
German Commission E for a variety of digestive disorders
such as flatulence, upset stomach and abdominal cramps.
Curcumin is useful in helping to break down fats.
Turmeric root extracts have been found to reduce
secretion of acid from the stomach, protecting against
gastro-inflammation and ulcers arising from certain
medications, stress or alcohol. In fact, curcumin may
prove useful for the treatment of gastric carcinoma.
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5. Rhizoma Corydalis
Applications:
Function of the herb
:
- Relieve pain by invigorating blood
circulation
- Regulate the vital energy in the chest and
abdomen area.
Scientists have isolated a number of alkaloids from the
tuber of corydalis, including corydaline,
tetrahydropalmatine (THP), dl-Tetrahydropalmatine (dl-THP),
protopine, tetrahydrocoptisine, tetrahydrocolumbamine,
and corybulbine.3
Of the full range of 20 alkaloids found in the plant,
THP is considered to be the most potent. In laboratory
research, it has been shown to exhibit a wide number of
pharmacological actions on the central nervous system,
including analgesic and sedative effects.4
(3.
Hsu HY. Oriental Materia Medica: A Concise Guide.
Long Beach, CA: Oriental Healing Arts Institute, 1986,
448–50. 4. Zhu YP.
Chinese Materia Media: Chemistry, Pharmacology, and
Applications. Australia: Harwood Academic
Publishers, 1998, 445–8.)
Clinical research by western scientists from
Singapore showed that
extracts of the herb
Rhizoma Corydalis is
useful in the treatment of
stomach ulcers.
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6. Semen Nelumbinis
Function of the herb :
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to consolidate vital energy
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