The efficacy and function of thistle

Thistle, also known as horse thistle, is a very strong and unyielding green plant. It is very easy to find around rural roads in Sichuan and Zhejiang provinces. Even with today's freezing temperatures, thistles can still look great. Although thistle is common, its medicinal properties should not be underestimated. Its leaves and medicinal effects are similar to those of dandelion flowers, but the appearance of the petals is slightly different. So what are the functions and effects of great thistle, and what should we pay attention to when using it.

Thistle and dandelion are green plants of the same Asteraceae family. Their functions and effects are as follows:

1. To reduce swelling and dissipate blood stasis, use the leaves of thistle in a certain proportion and mix them with pure grain wine to drink, which is particularly effective for bruises.

2. Clear away heat and reduce fire. Using it together with honeysuckle tea has certain effects on intestinal abscesses and internal carbuncles. In terms of clearing away heat and removing fire, the combination of the two has better effects.

3. Whether it is used alone or in combination with other Chinese medicinal materials, it often has a very good effect on bleeding caused by blood heat, blood in urine, etc. For example, when combined with Phellodendron chinense, it can not only remove blood stasis and promote blood circulation, but also has a certain effect in removing dampness and heat.

4. Apply honey wine soaked with great thistle to the affected area of ​​bruises and sprains. It can not only promote blood circulation but also relieve pain. Of course, it will be very painful when the bee wine is first poured on the affected area.

5. It also has certain effects on liver ascites tumor cells.

To a certain extent, it has an inhibitory effect on the growth of human harmful tuberculosis bacteria.

Although the effect of thistle is very useful, you should also pay attention to the following during the use process:

1. People with weak spleen and stomach are not suitable for taking thistle.

2. A very small number of people will experience bloating and fullness in the stomach after taking thistle. If the time of taking the medicine is changed to after meals or the symptoms still do not improve after adding ginger slices or pinellia, it is recommended to stop taking the medicine.

3. Do not eat on an empty stomach to prevent vomiting or fainting.

4. Do not drink too much water within one hour after taking thistle.

In general, everyone should understand that it is best not to take thistle independently at home without medical advice. Secondly, if you experience any discomfort or abnormality during use, you should stop using it and seek medical attention in time. If there are symptoms such as bleeding, injury, etc., it is recommended that you go to the hospital for examination and treatment first to avoid delaying the condition. The above is a detailed introduction to the functions and effects of great thistle and common problems. I hope it will be of some help to everyone.