Everyone should know the medicinal material Pseudostellaria heterophylla. When it comes to Radix Pseudostellariae, we think of health care. Indeed, Pseudostellaria heterophylla is a very good health medicinal material, and its efficacy and function are indeed remarkable. It can not only strengthen the spleen and benefit the lungs, but also treat our cough. But any food has two sides, and Radix Pseudostellariae is no exception. So what is the function of Radix Pseudostellariae?

As we all know, general drugs are three-point toxic, and no matter what you eat, there are certain side effects. Although the curative effect of Pseudostellaria heterophylla is really good, there are many side effects. Let's introduce it in detail below.

Radix Pseudostellariae, also known as children's ginseng and children's ginseng. Stellaria heterophylla is a perennial herb with a height of 15-20cm. The roots are spindle-shaped, white and slightly grayish yellow. Stem erect, solitary, with 2 rows of short hairs. The lower leaves of the stem are often 1-2 pairs, the leaves are oblanceolate, the top is blunt, the base is tapered and grows into stalks, and the upper leaves are 2-3 pairs, the leaves are oval or rhombic in width and 3-6 cm long. Pseudostellaria heterophylla likes to grow in a warm and humid environment and is afraid of high temperature. Distributed in East China, Central China, North China, Northeast China and Northwest China. Medicinal materials are mainly produced in Fujian, Guizhou, Jiangsu, Shandong, Anhui and other places. At present, it has been confirmed by the Ministry of Health to be included in the list of Chinese herbal medicines that can be used for health food. Pseudostellaria heterophylla is sweet, slightly bitter and flat in nature. Spleen and lung meridian. Moisturize the body, replenish qi and promote fluid production.

Processing method: remove impurities, remove residual fibrous roots and screen out lime soil.

Pseudostellaria heterophylla has the function of benefiting qi and nourishing yin, and can be used to treat symptoms such as shortness of breath, laziness, mental fatigue, inactivity and hyperhidrosis, red complexion, night sweat, vexation, dry mouth and throat. The general dosage is 10-30g per day, and a large dosage of 60g is enough. This product has no obvious side effects, but it does not need to exceed 60g to avoid wasting medicinal materials.

The above introduces the side effects of Pseudostellaria heterophylla. Many of us have a certain understanding of Pseudostellaria heterophylla. Although the side effects of Pseudostellaria heterophylla are not small, it should be noted that the daily dosage should not exceed 30 grams, otherwise it will be a waste, but there will be some side effects, so everyone must pay attention.