What are the effects of cypress seeds

We are all very familiar with cypress trees. We can easily see them in parks or other public places. However, some inconspicuous cypress nuts grow on this tree. The medicinal value of cypress nuts is quite high. In ancient my country, there are records of Shennong tasting hundreds of herbs. Cypress nuts have sedative and hypnotic effects, so cypress nuts can treat some diseases such as heart-kidney disharmony.

Quiet and hypnotic.

Modern pharmacology has confirmed that pine nuts do have sedative and hypnotic effects. Someone once conducted an experiment in which he gave rats a decoction of pine nuts orally or by intraperitoneal injection. The rats showed good sedative and sleep-inducing effects regardless of day or night. It was believed that there was no obvious difference in the sedative effect between pine nuts and fried pine nuts, and there were no side effects.

Used for dry bowel movements.

The seeds of pine nuts are sweet and moist, and can lubricate the large intestine, having the effect of moistening the intestine and promoting bowel movements. They are often used together with hemp seeds and Prunus mume seeds to treat constipation in the elderly and people with weak intestines, such as Wu Ren Pills.

Anti-damage.

Modern pharmacological experiments have shown that pine nuts contain a large amount of plant fat and a small amount of volatile oil. Although it is not a panacea for immortality, it is very beneficial for wasting diseases such as yin deficiency, deficiency of essence, constipation in the elderly, strain and low fever.

Treat constipation.

It is used to treat constipation, suitable for constipation caused by yin deficiency, postpartum women and the elderly. It has a mild nature and no side effects. It is often used together with hemp seed to make Sanren Pills. For those with severe physical weakness, it can be used with Cistanche deserticola, Chinese angelica, etc.

Nowadays, pine nuts have also been made into snacks and are sold on the market. However, due to its high oil content, this food is not suitable for consumption in large quantities. Therefore, people with poor stomachs should be more careful, as severe cases may cause diseases such as stomach cold. However, in comparison, its side effects are lower than those of some other Chinese medicines.