What are the medicinal values of Dendrobium?
Knowledge about the medicinal values of Dendrobium in the aspect of green plant care, here is a comprehensive introduction.
What are the medicinal values of Dendrobium?
Dendrobium can not only enhance the peristalsis of the gastrointestinal tract but also has antipyretic and analgesic effects due to dendrobine. It can treat symptoms such as yin deficiency with heat, slight pain in the epigastric region, and lack of appetite. In addition, Dendrobium also has a certain inhibitory effect on Staphylococcus aureus, which can be used for high fever caused by acute cholecystitis and eye diseases such as blurred vision, decreased vision, and dry eyes. Dendrobium itself has a warming disease, and it should not be taken at the early stage of a cold, as it may prevent the elimination of dampness from the body.
The polysaccharide content in Dendrobium is relatively high, which can enhance the body's immunity. Dendrobium can not only increase the elasticity of lung cells but also enhance the activity of insulin, and it has a significant hypoglycemic effect, which is beneficial for diabetic patients to control blood sugar.
The medicinal effects of Dendrobium
1. Nourishing yin and promoting fluid production
Dendrobium officinale is a千年 (thousand-year) yin-nourishing treasure, fundamentally solving the problem of insufficient body fluids, maintaining the balance of yin and yang in the body, and restoring vitality and vitality to life.
2. Enhancing immunity
In addition to nourishing yin, Dendrobium officinale also has the function of nourishing blood. Dendrobium officinale can invigorate the kidney and accumulate essence, nourish the stomach yin, and strengthen qi and strength. Dendrobium officinale is rich in polysaccharides, which can promote balance in the body and effectively enhance the physique, thereby effectively enhancing immunity.
3. Strengthening the spleen and opening the appetite
Dendrobium officinale has the effect of strengthening the spleen, nourishing the stomach, and promoting fluid production. Taking Dendrobium officinale can promote the secretion of gastric juice, enhance the emptying ability of the stomach, help digestion, and repair the absorption function of the gastrointestinal tract. Long-term use can thicken the stomach and intestines and help prevent and treat atrophic gastritis and superficial gastritis.
4. Protecting the liver and gallbladder
Dendrobium officinale has a unique nourishing effect that can protect against damage to the internal organs. It is a valuable medicinal material recommended by doctors of past dynasties for replenishing the liver and gallbladder. By protecting the liver and gallbladder, and clearing heat and promoting bile flow, it also has a unique auxiliary therapeutic effect on the prevention and treatment of liver and gallbladder diseases such as hepatitis, cholecystitis, and gallstones.
5. Clearing the throat and improving eyesight
Dendrobium officinale is not only an excellent eye-care product for young and middle-aged people but also has a delaying effect on common eye diseases in the elderly. It can maintain the transparency of the lens of the eye and promote clear vision. In the process of replenishing yin, the continuously increasing yin fluid nourishes the body, thereby eliminating dryness and clearing phlegm.
6. Lowering blood sugar
Dendrobium officinale nourishes the stomach and clears heat and dryness, which is most effective for diabetes. Dendrobium officinale can not only enhance insulin activity but also significantly lower blood sugar levels, showing a significant hypoglycemic effect.
7. Inhibiting tumors
With the enhancement of the body's constitution, it can promote the production of antitumor factors by immune cells, effectively inhibit the spread of cancer cells, and delay the malignant progression of the disease. Dendrobium officinale has significant antitumor active factors that can regulate immunity, reduce the adverse reactions and side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy, and relieve various yin deficiency symptoms that may occur.
8. Relieving fatigue
Dendrobium officinale nourishes yin fluid, lubricates joints, and thereby strengthens tendons and bones, enhancing the anti-rheumatic effect. Dendrobium officinale can improve stress resistance, has good tolerance to hypoxia, anti-fatigue, and quickly relieves body hardness.
9. Nourishing the skin
Dendrobium officinale has the effects of nourishing yin and moistening dryness, promoting balance in the body, making the body's yin fluid abundant, and activating the body's self-repair function. It can moisturize and nourish the skin from the inside out, delaying skin aging.
10. Prolonging life
Dendrobium officinale can nourish yin and produce fluid, protect the functions of the five internal organs, dilate blood vessels, and effectively promote the absorption of various nutrients, vitamins, and minerals by the body. It significantly improves the body's metabolism and the physiological functions of various organs, promotes blood circulation, enhances the physique, and achieves the effect of improving the quality of life and prolonging life.
How to consume Dendrobium
1. Juice
Cut fresh Dendrobium stems, wash them in clear water for 30 minutes, cut them into one-inch pieces, place them in a juicer, add a little cool water or purified water, blend into juice, and drink.
2. Soup
There are two ways to make soup. One is to choose fresh Dendrobium stems, cut them into small pieces, and cook them with other ingredients. The other is to choose about 5 grams of Dendrobium stem, add it to pork ribs, old chicken, etc., and simmer over low heat.
3. Decocting water
Take 2 to 4 grams of Dendrobium, soak it in cold water for 2 hours, then bring it to a boil with high heat and simmer for more than 1 hour. Note that the water used for soaking should not be discarded, just boil it directly.
4. Tea
Brewing Dendrobium tea is one of the most convenient ways for daily consumption. Take 1 to 2 grams of Dendrobium, place it in a cup, add tea leaves, and can be brewed multiple times. To extract more nutrients, it is best to choose a thermos or a health pot and brew it with the tea leaves.
5. Soaking in wine
There are two ways to soak Dendrobium in wine, one with fresh stems and the other with dried products. Soak for more than two weeks before drinking. For every 500 milliliters of Baijiu, you can add 12 grams of fresh stems, or 2 grams of dried Dendrobium.
6. Powder
Grind the dried Dendrobium with a special powder machine or directly with a household food processor, put it into a clean and hygienic sealed bag or jar for later use. Take 1 gram of Dendrobium powder each time, add boiling water, and drink.
7. Making into a paste
Take 20 to 30 grams of Dendrobium, add an appropriate amount of water, soak for more than 2 hours, bring it to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat for 1 hour, cool it, and place it in a sealed container for later use.
Taboos of eating Dendrobium
Dendrobium itself has a warming disease. Do not take Dendrobium at the early stage of a cold, as it may prevent the elimination of dampness from the body. People with bloating or heavy tongue coating should not take Dendrobium, as it may affect their health.
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