Danshen powder is made from grinding Danshen (Salvia miltiorrhiza), which can invigorate blood circulation and nourish the spirit, providing excellent therapeutic effects for various diseases. The powdered form of Danshen is more easily absorbed compared to its solid form.
The Effects and Functions of Danshen Powder
1. Anti-aging
In addition to invigorating blood circulation, resolving blood stasis, alleviating pain, calming the mind, and cooling the blood to clear the heart, Danshen can also delay aging. It contains various active components that enhance the activity of antioxidant enzymes, eliminate free radicals, and regular consumption of Danshen has anti-aging effects.
2. Improving Microcirculation
Danshen powder contains saponins, polysaccharides, and other effective components that can lower serum total cholesterol and triglycerides, thus reducing blood lipids. Danshen has the effect of invigorating blood circulation and resolving blood stasis, dilating coronary arteries, and increasing blood flow, which improves microcirculation.
3. Cardiovascular Protection
Danshen can improve blood circulation, dilate coronary arteries, and lower serum cholesterol, assisting in lowering blood pressure and blood lipids. It can also increase myocardial oxygen supply and dilate peripheral blood vessels, thus protecting the cardiovascular system. Regular consumption of Danshen powder can effectively prevent cardiovascular diseases.
4. Antibacterial
Danshen contains various active components, such as danshensu (danshen ketone) and dihydrodanshensu (dihydrodanshen ketone), which have certain inhibitory effects on Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli in vitro. Danshen not only invigorates blood circulation and resolves blood stasis but also has antibacterial and analgesic properties, showing efficacy for conditions like rheumatic pain and abscesses.
Contraindications of Danshen Powder
Many of our friends are not very familiar with the contraindications of taking Danshen powder in daily life. It is important to know that there are several contraindications for the use of Danshen powder. It can be quite stimulating to the gastrointestinal tract, and long-term excessive consumption may lead to acid reflux. Additionally, individuals with gastrointestinal diseases should avoid taking Danshen powder, and it should not be combined with Asmarin.
How to Consume Danshen Powder
There are various ways to consume Danshen powder. It can be taken raw or cooked. For instance, taking Danshen powder directly is a good choice as it can effectively promote meridian circulation, while cooking it can provide excellent benefits for nourishing blood and qi. Therefore, individuals can choose the appropriate method of consumption based on their needs.
Nutritional Components of Danshen Powder
Danshen powder is rich in vitamins and trace elements such as zinc, copper, iron, danshensu, danshenoside, vitamin E, and protocatechuic acid.
Regular consumption of Danshen powder can dilate coronary arteries, increase coronary blood flow, promote the formation of collateral circulation, and enhance microcirculation in the myocardium without increasing ventricular workload or myocardial oxygen consumption, thus achieving the effect of nourishing the myocardium.