Arthrium is a very amazing plant, and its magic lies in its medicinal properties. In traditional Chinese medicine theory, knotweed is believed to have the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, diuresis and reducing swelling. What's even more surprising is that the elderly insist on soaking their feet in knotweed, which may solve the "old problem" for many years.
Arthrobium, as the name suggests, is an herbaceous plant that usually grows in moist environments such as riverside, streamside, rice field side, etc. Its scientific name is "equisetum", which belongs to a family of ferns and has a very long history and cultural background.
The shape of the knotweed is very unique, and its stems are knotted one by one, like strings of bamboo, hence the name "knotweed". Its leaves are sword-shaped, generally between 10-30 cm in length, and the texture of the leaves is hard, somewhat similar to leather, and it is very resistant to wear and tear.
Arthrium has extremely high medicinal value, and it can be used for a variety of diseases. For example, it can be used for inflammatory diseases such as hepatitis, nephritis, gastritis, etc., and can also be used for respiratory diseases such as cough and asthma. In addition, it can also be used for some surgical diseases, such as scalds, burns, etc.
In addition to its medicinal properties, knotweed can also be used to make furniture and crafts. Since its stems are segmented, it is ideal for making furniture and crafts of various shapes. At the same time, its leaves can also be used to make various decorations, such as flower baskets, wall hangings, etc.
Due to age, the elderly gradually decline in various body functions, and are prone to problems such as foot fatigue, pain, and swelling. And arthrium has good medicinal properties and can effectively alleviate these symptoms. Secondly, foot soaking itself also has many benefits, which can promote blood circulation, relieve fatigue, improve sleep, etc. Therefore, combining knotweed with foot soaking can play a better role in health care.
Specifically, the elderly insist on soaking their feet with arthrodes as follows: First, put an appropriate amount of arthrodium into a pot and add an appropriate amount of water to boil. Then, pour the boiled potion into the foot soaking water, and start soaking your feet when the water temperature is right. The foot soaking time should not be too long, 15-20 minutes is appropriate. After soaking your feet, you can dry your feet with a clean towel, taking care to keep your feet dry and clean.
1.Proper use: First of all, it is necessary to understand the correct use of knotweed. It is a kind of Chinese herbal medicine, which has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, diuretic and drenching. When using, you should follow the advice of a doctor or pharmacist and reasonably mix other drugs or ingredients to achieve the best effect.
2.Dose control: The dosage of arthrodium should be adjusted according to the individual situation and condition. Excessive use may cause adverse reactions such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, etc. Therefore, during use, the dosage should be strictly controlled to ensure that it is safe and effective.
3.Decoction method: When decoction, arthrodium needs to be soaked in water for a period of time so that the drug components can be better precipitated. At the same time, the decoction time should not be too long, generally controlled at 10-15 minutes. This allows the drug to maintain its active ingredient while avoiding damage to the drug's structure at high temperatures for long periods of time.
4.Contraindications: Although knotweed has a variety of benefits, it is not suitable for everyone. Pregnant women, lactating women, children, etc. should avoid use. In addition, people with allergies to arthrodium should also be disabled.
5.Observe the reaction: During the use of knotweed, the body reaction should be closely observed. If any uncomfortable symptoms such as allergic reactions, nausea, vomiting, etc. occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor.
First of all, in terms of morphological characteristics, there is a clear difference in appearance between knotweed and ephedra. Arthrium is a perennial herb that grows 20-60 cm tall. The rhizome rises slightly obliquely, up to more than 10 cm long, and the apex is not branched, and has a strong smell of sauce. The stems are mostly clustered, and together with the peduncle is a large round of tightly clinging leaves.
The leaves are degenerate and sheath-shaped, brown, and the apex of the sheath is half-moon-shaped, with long cilia. On the nodes of the upper part of the stem cluster many whorls branches, each branch has a group of 4-12 capitates, spherical or ovate-shaped, sessile, bracts leaf-like, whorls;Ephedra, on the other hand, is an herbaceous plant that is 20-40 cm tallThe stems are erect, multi-branched, ribbed on the surface, slightly powdered;Flowering period is from June to July;The fruiting period is from July to October.
Secondly, the two grow in different environments. Arthroba grows in the understory wetlands of mountain slopes at an altitude of 1 000-2 500 m, in the shade of the edge of the ditch and beside the water at the bottom of the ditchEphedra, on the other hand, grows in crevices in rocks in arid regions.
Finally, there is also a difference in the medicinal value of the two. The whole herb can be used as medicine, which has the functions of dispelling wind and heat dissipation, dissolving muscle and reducing fever. It can be used for hot flashes and hemoptysis of wind-heat, cold, pneumonia, wheezing, cough and tuberculosisEphedra has the effect of dispersing wind and cold, promoting lung qi, dispersing phlegm drink, diluting water and reducing swelling, and can be used for cold, wind cold, feng shui edema, chest tightness, asthma and cough and other symptoms.