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| Part Used |
Herb
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| Main function |
Herb for Qi Stagnation
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| Thermal qual. |
Cool
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| Taste |
Bitter
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| Meridians Entered |
Lv, Ht, Lu, Kd
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| Functions |
Regulates/circulates Qi
Tonifies Heart Qi
Dispels Lung Wind Heat/Wetness
Treats Liver Yang Rising
Seeds treat Liver related eye problems
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| Cautions |
Not during pregnancy (uterine stimulant) or menorrhagia
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| Toxicity |
Relatively safe for long term use
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| Phyto-chemicals |
Stachydrine, leonurine, glycosides, phytosterol, diterpenes, flavonoids, caffeic acid, tannins
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| Western Properties |
Anti-spasmotic, sedative, uterine stimulant, cardio-tonic, diuretic, hypotensive, anti-bacterial, antifungal,
inhibits thyroid activity
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| Notes |
Used for palpitations, tachycardia, to strengthen heart function ,
delayed menstruation, PMS, menstrual pain, hot flashes,
night sweats, hyperthyroid conditions, edema,
postpartum bleeding, anxiety, eczema, leucorrhea, psoriasis,
arrhythmia, panic attacks, hypertension
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