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I don't know if you've ever had this experience, but two or three times a year, the old people will take you to the fields to dig a kind of weed with white hairs on the leaves, and you can mix vegetables and eat them when you come back. This plant is Raffle, which is very common but also has great medicinal properties. Today we will learn about it together.
Medicinal value
Although it is a wild grass, it contains high medicinal value and can treat or prevent a variety of common diseases, including asthma, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc.
Ruschogenin, rusperol, ratthuloside, etc., in this plant, are the main source of its medicinal value, with multiple effects such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and lowering blood pressure and blood sugar.
The medicinal benefits of rattle cover the following aspects:
- First of all, its phlegm, cough and lung moisturizing properties can effectively dilute and discharge the sputum in the lungs, relieve cough irritation, and alleviate asthma symptoms. At the same time, it helps to protect the lung mucosa, improve lung resistance, prevent respiratory tract infections, and has significant curative effects on acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, tuberculosis and other respiratory diseases.
- Secondly, Rat Grass has the characteristics of dispelling wind and dampness, diuresis and reducing swelling. It dissipates rheumatism in the body and relieves pain and stiffness in joints and muscles. It can also promote renal excretion function, increase urine output, effectively eliminate edema, and lower blood pressure.
- Finally, its heat-clearing and detoxifying, anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties make it have the ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria and viruses, enhance immunity, and prevent infection.
There are various medicinal methods of rattle, including the following:
Rat koji grass can be brewed into tea with boiling water, 2-3 times a day, 6-15 grams each time. This method is suitable for conditions such as asthma, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc., and its benefits are exerted by drinking rattan herb tea.
You can also choose the method of decoction, decoction of rattle grass with other herbs, and take it according to the dosage and usage prescribed by the doctor. This method is suitable for rheumatism, broad bean disease, leucorrhoea and other diseases, and the therapeutic effect of the drug can be fully exerted by internal administration.
In addition, rattle can also be applied externally. After decoction of rattle grass in water, apply soaked gauze to the affected area 2-3 times a day for 15-30 minutes each time. This method is suitable for conditions such as carbuncles, boils, hives, snake bites, etc. In addition, fresh rattle grass can also be mashed and applied directly to the affected area, the effect is more significant.
The choice of these methods depends on the specific condition and individual differences, and it is important to use them under the guidance of a physician to ensure that the medication is safe and effective.
It can be made into a delicious meal
Raff is not only a plant with medicinal properties, but also a delicious and edible plant. It can be made into a variety of delicacies such as qingtuan, biscuits, yogurt salad, etc.
Rat grass is rich in a variety of nutrients, including protein, vitamins, minerals, etc.
- Protein is an important component of the human body, which can enhance immunity, promote growth and development, and maintain normal metabolic function.
- Vitamins are essential micronutrients for the human body, participate in a variety of physiological reactions, regulate metabolism, antioxidant, and are beneficial to beauty and beauty.
- Minerals are essential inorganic elements for the human body to build bones and teeth, maintain acid-base balance, participate in neuromuscular excitation, and regulate fluid osmotic pressure.
Rat grass has the characteristics of clearing heat and quenching heat, and quenching thirst. Eating this plant lowers body temperature and relieves symptoms such as fever, headache, and thirst. At the same time, it will promote the secretion of saliva and gastric juice, increase appetite, relieve dry mouth, and play a laxative role.
For ladies, this wild vegetable can also have the effect of moisturizing and anti-aging. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, Rhamweed protects the skin from UV rays and free radicals, enhances skin elasticity and radiance, prevents the formation of wrinkles and dark spots, and effectively delays the skin aging process.
For friends who want to lose weight and fitness, the rich dietary fiber contained in rattle grass can effectively increase satiety, reduce food intake, and help weight control.
It can also promote intestinal peristalsis, help remove waste and toxins from the body, and reduce fat absorption and accumulation, so as to achieve the effect of preventing obesity and related diseases.
Rage grass is also very convenient to eat, and the most convenient way is to use cold dressing. Clean the young leaves of the picked rattle, blanch them in boiling water, soak them in cold water, and then add an appropriate amount of oil and salt to mix them, and they can be eaten. This simple and easy method retains the original flavor of rattle grass, which is especially suitable for summer consumption, which can not only relieve heat and heat but also quench thirst.
A little bit of trivia
In addition to these beneficial aspects, rattle itself is also an interesting plant. For example, the white hairs on its leaves have the magical ability to change color. Because its leaves are covered with white fine hairs, it has been nicknamed "bird's nest in grass" among the folk.
However, these white hairs are not static, but change their color as the environment changes. When it grows in a sunny environment, the white fur will turn pale yellow or golden, which shows its preciousness.
And when Rat grows in shady places, the white fur turns gray or black, providing it with additional protection. This discoloration of white fur is attributed to a compound called ratherin, which is able to change color depending on the intensity of the light.
The flowers of ratthorn can also be used as a dye. The flowers are yellow in color and contain a substance called flavonoids, which act as natural dyes to give cloth or paper a brilliant yellow color. In ancient China, rattle flowers were used to dye yellow official uniforms, symbolizing dignity and power. In Japan, rattle flowers are also used to dye yellow kimonos, which symbolize joy and happiness.
In addition, the fruit of rattle grass has the property of drifting away with the wind. The fruit is small and thin, covered with a layer of white crown hairs, shaped like a small umbrella.
When R. sagebrush ripens, these fruits fall off and drift away to distant places in search of new places to grow. The fruit is so capable of dispersing that it can sometimes even float to the sea or cross national borders, which is why it is also nicknamed the "flying seed".
In the traditional culture of the mainland, the leaves of rattle grass are one of the raw materials for making cakes during the Qingming Festival, so it is also called Qingming grass. In ancient China, during the Qingming Festival, people would collect rattle grass and mix it with rice flour to make sacrifices to their ancestors.
Because the shape of its leaves resembles the ears of the Buddha, it has also been given the title of "Buddha's ear grass". In Buddhism, Lord Buddha's ears symbolize wisdom and compassion, so the leaves of rattle grass are also seen as a symbol of good luck. Its aroma also drives away odors and purifies the air, reflecting people's belief and reverence for Buddhism.
Its yellow flowers were also regarded by ancient people as a symbol of loyalty and steadfastness, symbolizing commitment and perseverance in love. The sweet aroma of rattle flowers attracts bees and butterflies, further expressing people's desire for love and happiness.
epilogue
The small weed has rich efficacy and connotation, showing that it is ordinary and not mediocre. If you see it in the field next time, maybe dig some up and try it at home, or maybe you've found something you've never tasted before.
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