Platycodon, also known as mountain terrier and lantern flower, is a plant of the genus Platycodon in the family Platycodonaceae. In traditional Chinese medicine, bellflower is widely used in various diseases and has high medicinal value.
1. The efficacy and role of bellflower.
1.Clears away heat and detoxifies.
Platycodon has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, can eliminate toxins in the body, and has a good effect on sore throat, mouth and tongue sores and other heat syndromes.
2.Promote the lungs and pharynx.
Platycodon has the effect of promoting the lungs and improving the pharynx, and can relieve symptoms such as cough and throat discomfort. It has a certain effect on colds, pharyngitis, bronchitis and other respiratory diseases.
3.Reduces swelling and relieves pain.
Platycodon has the effect of reducing swelling and relieving pain, and has a certain effect on relieving pain symptoms such as toothache, headache, and abdominal pain.
4.Diuretic and laxative.
Platycodon has the effect of diuretic and laxative, can promote the excretion of waste in the body, and has a certain effect on edema, constipation and other diseases.
5.Regulates immune function.
The polysaccharides contained in bellflower have the effect of regulating immune function, which can improve the body's resistance and enhance the body's defense against diseases.
2. Precautions.
1.Use in moderation.
Although bellflower has a variety of medicinal properties, excessive consumption may cause diarrhea, nausea, and other uncomfortable symptoms. Therefore, when using bellflower, you should pay attention to the appropriate amount and follow the doctor's instructions.
2.Avoid concomitant use with certain medications.
Platycodon may interact with certain medications, such as when used in combination with other traditional Chinese medicines that have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, which may enhance the cold properties of the drugs and have adverse effects on the body. Therefore, when using bellflower, it should be avoided with drugs that should not be used together.
3.People with special constitution should use with caution.
Platycodon has certain medicinal properties, so it should be used with caution for pregnant women, young children, people with weak constitution and allergies, and it is best to use it under the guidance of a doctor.
4.Food pairing.
When eating bellflower, you should pay attention to reasonable food combinations. If it is paired with honey, it can enhance its effect of moistening the lungs and relieving cough; Paired with mung beans, it can enhance its heat-clearing and detoxifying effect.
As a commonly used Chinese herbal medicine, bellflower has a variety of effects, and it should also be paid attention to its precautions when using it, so as not to have adverse effects on the body. When using bellflowers, it is best to follow your doctor's advice to avoid unnecessary risks.