Tu Su Cao, also known as Perilla frutescens, has a long history of cultivation in China, dating back over two thousand years. As a traditional Chinese medicine, it has multiple functions and uses. The following is a detailed explanation of the efficacy of Perilla frutescens (Turquoise): 1. Medicinal efficacy
1. Relieve surface coldness: Perilla frutescens can dispel surface coldness and has a good relieving effect on symptoms such as wind cold, chills, fever, and lack of sweating. It is often used in combination with ginger and other medicines to enhance the effect of sweating and relieving symptoms.
2. Wide Qi Flow: Perilla frutescens has the function of wide Qi flow and has a significant improvement effect on symptoms such as spleen and stomach qi stagnation, chest tightness, and nausea. It can be combined with medicines such as Huoxiang and Chenpi to achieve better therapeutic effects.
3. Relieve depression and nausea: Perilla frutescens can also relieve depression and nausea, and has a significant relieving effect on vomiting symptoms caused by emotional disorders or spleen and stomach dysfunction. 2、 Other uses
1. Oil use: Perilla frutescens whole plant can distill perilla oil, also known as perilla seed oil. These oils are widely used in the fields of medicine and health care, and have significant therapeutic effects on treating diseases such as coronary heart disease and hyperlipidemia.
2. Spices: Perilla has a unique aroma and is often used as a cooking spice to add flavor to food.
3. Consumption: The tender leaves of perilla can be eaten raw or used in soup, and the stems and leaves can also be pickled and consumed, with certain nutritional value and health benefits. 3、 Precautions
Although perilla has multiple functions and uses, there are also some precautions to be taken when using it. For example, perilla should not be consumed or taken in excess, and people with certain diseases (such as liver disease, stomach ulcers, etc.) should use it under the guidance of a doctor. The cultivation and harvesting of perilla also need to follow certain standards to ensure its quality and safety.
As a traditional Chinese medicine and food ingredient, Perilla frutescens has various functions and uses. Attention should be paid to moderation and safety when using, and relevant regulations and guidance should be followed.