Podocarpus fruit effects and functions

Podocarpus fruit is a kind of fruit that grows on Podocarpus. Because it is rich in various nutrients, its medicinal value is still very high. Podocarpus fruit has many functions such as invigorating qi and replenishing the middle, dispelling wind and dampness, reducing swelling and relieving pain, stopping bleeding and relieving cough. However, Podocarpus fruit also has certain side effects, especially it has a certain toxicity. The following is a detailed introduction to the effects and side effects of Podocarpus fruit.

1. Introduction to Podocarpus Fruit

The gray-blue spherical part of the Podocarpus fruit is the real seed of the Podocarpus, and it is smooth and really looks like a monk's head. The lower part is obovate cylindrical, thicker than the upper part and red in color, just like a monk wearing a red robe. This part is called the seed receptacle. The taste is light and a little astringent, and small birds usually peck at it. Podocarpus, like willow and ginkgo, is a dioecious plant. The male plants only bloom and do not produce seeds, while only the female plants produce seeds.

2. The efficacy and effects of Podocarpus grosvenori

1. Replenishing Qi and tonifying the middle

Replenishing Qi and tonifying the middle is the main effect of Podocarpus fruit. After being used as medicine, it can be used to treat human heart and stomach pain, blood deficiency, and sallow complexion. The therapeutic effect is particularly obvious. In addition, Podocarpus fruit can regulate the spleen and stomach, clear away heat and detoxify. It has obvious therapeutic effects on many common adverse symptoms such as tracheitis, sore throat, and indigestion in humans.

2. Dispel wind and dampness, reduce swelling and relieve pain

The fruit of Podocarpus can dispel wind and dampness, reduce swelling and relieve pain. It has excellent therapeutic effects on common bone diseases such as rheumatic bone pain, arthritis, and joint swelling and pain. During treatment, the Podocarpus fruit can be soaked in high-proof liquor. After obtaining the medicinal wine, it can be taken orally, 20 grams each time. You can also use the medicinal wine to directly apply it to the painful area, which can quickly improve the symptoms of swelling and pain.

3. Stop bleeding and cough

Stopping bleeding and relieving cough is also one of the important functions of the traditional Chinese medicine Podocarpus fruit. After being used as medicine, it can enter the lung meridian and has excellent astringent effect. When needed, you can take five cents of Podocarpus fruit, five cents of red water chestnut root, five cents of Rhizoma Cynoglossi and five cents of Codonopsis pilosula, put them together and add water to boil them. Taking them after boiling can quickly improve people's symptoms of coughing and coughing up blood.

3. Side effects of Podocarpus chinensis fruit

Although Podocarpus fruit has many medicinal and health benefits, it also has some side effects. This fruit is hot and cold in nature, so people with weak spleen and stomach cannot eat it. In addition, it is slightly toxic and should not be consumed in excess, otherwise it will cause physical discomfort and may even cause people to have a

There are certain symptoms of poisoning. If you want to use Podocarpus fruit to treat diseases, it is best to consult a professional Chinese medicine practitioner before using it.