The Effects and Functions of Toon bark
In the traditional Chinese medicine classics, Toon bark is highly regarded as a traditional medicinal material. This natural medicine, derived from the dried root bark of the Toon tree, demonstrates significant effects in regulating dampness and heat, and improving skin conditions, thanks to its unique medicinal properties. Modern research has also discovered that it contains active ingredients such as quercetin and tannins, providing a scientific basis for clinical applications.
Four Core Medicinal Values of Toon Bark
1. Regulating Physical Constitution by Removing Heat and Drying Dampness
The bitter principles and flavonoids in Toon bark can effectively neutralize dampness and heat in the body. Clinically, it is often combined with 10 grams of Chinese hawthorn and Plantago seeds, and 6 grams of fried ginger to be decocted together, which can significantly improve symptoms of dampness and heat such as yellow and thick leukorrhea and short and red urination. Special combinations need to follow the principle of caution for pregnant women.
2. Double-effect Itching Relief for Skin Troubles
For dampness-heat type skin problems, Toon bark can be taken internally and externally. Using 30 grams of fresh bark to decoct a sitz bath, combined with external application of 5 grams of Sophora flavescens powder, can achieve an improvement rate of 78% for eczema itching. Its natural antibacterial components can inhibit the growth of Staphylococcus aureus.
3. Multi-pathway Hemostatic Mechanism
Toon bark achieves hemostatic effects through vasoconstriction and promoting platelet aggregation. For functional uterine bleeding, when combined with 9 grams of donkey hide gelatin and 6 grams of mugwort leaf for decoction, the effective rate of a 3-day course can reach 82%. The tannic acid component also has auxiliary therapeutic effects on gastrointestinal bleeding.
4. Expert in Regulating Intestinal Function
The compound preparation formed by the combination of Toon bark, Chebula, and Clove can extend the small intestine propulsion time by 36%. Chronic diarrhea patients taking a capsule containing 3 grams of Toon bark extract daily can reduce the number of bowel movements by 42% after two weeks. Its special effect on regulating intestinal flora is being further studied.
From regulating dampness and heat constitution to skin care, from hemostasis to intestinal health, Toon bark demonstrates the diverse value of traditional medicinal materials. It is recommended to consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for physical dialectics before use, and to control the daily dosage within the range of 6-12 grams. With the advancement of modern extraction technology, this ancient medicinal material is gaining new vitality.