What you're buying, is it really big?There is a possibility that it is a poisonous thing - mangweed!
Daliu and mangweed are two different things, and they are different in terms of appearance, aroma, use, and **. First of all, in appearance, the material is octagonal in shape, with eight corners, each of which is relatively straight, with a reddish-brown or brown surface and large particles. On the other hand, it is round or oval in shape, with eight or ten horns, a dark red or reddish-brown surface, and small grains. Secondly, in terms of aroma, the aroma of the ingredients is rich and sweet, which has the effects of regulating qi in warmth, strengthening the spleen and appetizing, relieving pain and stabilizing the fetus.
On the other hand, the aroma of mangweed is stronger, with a certain bitter taste, and its aroma is similar to that of the main material but more intense. In terms of use, ingredients are often used to cook meat, fish and other ingredients, which can enhance the taste and aroma of dishes. Whereas, mangweed is used more as a spice and medicinal herb.
Mangweed is poisonous. It is a common Chinese herbal remedy, but it contains certain toxicity.
First of all, the toxicity of shikimi is mainly manifested in the fact that it contains shikigenin and other components. These ingredients may cause effects on the nervous system of the person, causing symptoms such as dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, etc. If ingested in excess, it can even lead to poisoning and even death.
Secondly, in order to ensure the safety of use, certain medication principles need to be followed. First of all, the dosage of the drug should be strictly controlled to avoid overuse. Secondly, you should choose a regular pharmacy to ensure the quality and safety of the drug. In addition, people such as pregnant women, lactating women, children, etc., should avoid the use of shiki.
In the process of purchasing large ingredients, we must remain vigilant and beware of unscrupulous merchants mixing mangweed into it. The key to identifying a large material is to look at its characteristics: each large material should have eight corners, and each corner should be relatively straight. If, after a few corners are broken off in the middle part, there are still eight horns, then it is most likely a mangweed. Therefore, it is important to be careful when buying to ensure that you are buying pure ingredients.