Atractylodes has its value, but what effects and functions does it have?
1. It has the effect of removing dampness and strengthening the spleen. Atractylodes is warm in nature and can remove dampness and strengthen the spleen. It is compatible with heat-clearing products and is also beneficial to removing dampness and heat. Atractylodes can also play a certain role in relieving abdominal distension and diarrhea caused by dampness blocking the middle burner.
2. It can relieve edema. Atractylodes also has the effect of drying dampness and diuresis, and is also helpful to edema. For example, "Pearl Sac" states: "It can strengthen the stomach and calm the spleen. All kinds of wetness cannot be eliminated otherwise." "It can be seen that Atractylodes has a great effect in eliminating edema.
3. It has the effect of rheumatism and arthralgia. Atractylodes is warm in nature and can achieve the effect of dehumidification. Its pungent taste can dispel wind. It is more suitable for arthralgia with severe cold and dampness. Atractylodes is combined with Qianghuo, Duhuo and other medicines. Matching, the effect is better. For example, Atractylodes can be used for symptoms such as rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, headaches caused by colds and colds, and back pain.
4. It is used for vision loss and has the effect of improving eyesight. Nowadays, due to the popularization and promotion of electronic products, the number of people with vision loss continues to increase. Eyes are the windows to the soul, and eye protection cannot be ignored. Atractylodes can also be used for conditions such as night blindness, vertigo, dry eyes, and vision loss.
5. It has obvious antibacterial effect and has a very significant effect on some gynecological diseases caused by excessive dampness in women, such as chronic pelvic inflammatory disease.