Shudihuang

Daily Learning of a Chinese Herb: The Efficacy of Shudi (Rehmannia Glutinosa)

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Daily Learning of a Chinese Herb: The Efficacy of Shudi (Rehmannia Glutinosa)

Shudi (熟地), a type of Dihuang (地黄), is categorized into Shengdi (生地) and Shudi. What are the effects of Shudi? Today, we will discuss the four major effects of Shudi. Are you familiar with them? The Effects of Shudi Research comparing the effects of Shudi and Shengdi on vascular thrombosis syndromes indicates that the coarse … Read more

Traditional Preparation Method: ‘Nine Steams and Nine Suns’ of Cooked Rehmannia

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Traditional Preparation Method: 'Nine Steams and Nine Suns' of Cooked Rehmannia

Rehmannia Root Encyclopedia 　　【Also Known As】 Da Shudihuang, Shudihuang. 　　【Properties】 Sweet in taste, slightly warm in nature. 　　【Meridians Entered】 Heart, Kidney, Spleen. 　　【Components】 Contains rehmannioside, glucose, vitamin A-like substances, and iron. 　　【Pharmacological Effects】 Nourishes Yin and replenishes blood, strengthens the body, promotes diuresis, and has anti-allergic properties. 　　(1) Anti-thrombus formation: has a blood sugar-lowering effect … Read more