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First of all, persimmon has the effect of moisturizing yin and dryness. In TCM theory, human health is closely related to the balance of yin and yang. Yin deficiency and internal heat are the root cause of many diseases, and the effect of persimmon on yin and moisturizing dryness can effectively balance the yin and yang of the human body and remove heat toxins. In the hot summer, we can eat persimmons often to clear heat and detoxify and maintain the balance of the internal environment. In addition, persimmons also have a thirst-quenching effect, which can help people fight fatigue and thirst in hot weather.
Secondly, persimmon is regarded as an important detoxification drug in traditional Chinese medicine. Persimmon contains a variety of active ingredients such as tannic acid, polyphenols, etc., which are very effective in removing toxins and waste products from the body. Especially for some damp heat diseases, such as eczema, hot shower, snake bites, etc., persimmons have a good curative effect. In addition, persimmons can also help digestion, reduce gastrointestinal discomfort, enhance the body's immunity, and prevent infection.
In addition to the above-mentioned effects, persimmons have several other medicinal properties. For example, persimmons can relieve symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections such as cough and sore throat;Persimmon can also regulate intestinal function and help relieve problems such as constipation. In addition, persimmon can also be used in traditional Chinese medicine beauty to help soothe sensitivity and reduce wrinkles.
In traditional Chinese medicine**, persimmons are often used as an auxiliary ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine, in decoctions or as raw materials for making pills. For example, the "Compendium of Materia Medica" mentions that "persimmon is warm and beneficial to the liver and spleen, making people muscles firm, and the essence is solid";"Jin Kui Yaolu" mentions that "persimmon soup, intestinal and stomach qi". The application of these ancient prescriptions has been verified by practice for thousands of years, which provides a good basis for the medicinal value of persimmons.
Of course, although persimmons are rich in medicinal properties, they are not suitable for everyone. Persimmon is a cold fruit, for people with weak constitution and weak spleen and stomach function, excessive consumption of persimmons will cause diarrhea, abdominal pain and other uncomfortable symptoms. In addition, since persimmons contain more tannin substances, the content is higher in unripe persimmons, and attention should be paid to peeling and removing seeds when eating, so as not to cause irritation to the oral mucosa or gastrointestinal tract.
To sum up, the old saying "one persimmon has ten medicines" is not groundless, it fully demonstrates the medicinal value and wide application of persimmon in traditional Chinese medicine. However, when eating persimmons or using persimmons as an auxiliary**, we need to judge the reasonable dosage according to individual differences and physical conditions to give full play to its medicinal effects.
Health References:
1.Compendium of Materia Medica