Kudzu Root: Benefits and Effects, Its Hangover-Relief and Breast-Enhancing Effects, and Price

Kudzu root is one of the more common traditional Chinese medicines in our daily lives. It is cultivated in Hunan, Hubei, Zhejiang, Shandong and other regions of China, and is generally harvested in the two seasons of autumn and winter. The medicinal part of kudzu root is the dried root, which has many benefits for the human body, including relieving cough and diarrhea, and clearing heat. So what are the benefits and effects of kudzu root? Can kudzu root relieve hangovers? How much does kudzu root cost per jin?

I. Benefits and effects of kudzu root

1. Kudzu root can protect the liver and lower lipids and blood pressure

Kudzu root can boost the human body's immunity, improve the regenerative capacity of stem cells to a certain extent, and help some damaged liver cells to adjust and recover. Especially for those with excess liver fire, eating more kudzu root can calm the mood and lower lipids and blood pressure. Kudzu root can also soften blood vessels and appropriately reduce cholesterol and blood lipids in the body. At the same time, it can promote the secretion of bile and prevent some high-fat diseases.

2. Kudzu root can relieve gout and relieve hangovers while protecting the body

Gout has been especially common in recent years, mostly among people who love to drink alcohol, and kudzu root is a great medicine for relieving gout. Kudzu root can effectively detoxify ethanol and relieve the physical pain caused by gout; it can simply be brewed or taken according to a doctor's advice. Because alcohol is extremely harmful to the stomach, it can also have a calming effect.

3. Kudzu root can enhance the breasts and shape the body, and beautify and nourish the skin

Many breast-enhancement products for women contain kudzu root as an ingredient, because kudzu root contains isoflavone compounds, and these compounds can gather body fat and promote the development and growth of the thymus gland. For various skin problems, eating more kudzu root can also increase skin elasticity, reduce acne and spots, and bring health to your body as well.

4. Kudzu root can promote fluid production and quench thirst, and benefit the brain and intelligence

Kudzu root was recorded as early as in China's classical medicine, and it can moisten the throat and quench thirst. Friends who usually have a dry mouth and tongue or whose bodies lack water can try using kudzu root for relief, especially teachers, marketing personnel and other workers who talk a lot. As modern medical research shows, kudzu root can benefit the brain and intelligence, and is very helpful for elderly friends in enhancing memory.

5. Kudzu root can boost metabolism and regulate heart rhythm

Kudzu root is sweet in taste, and the puerarin it contains can regulate heart rhythm and reduce the scope of myocardial infarction; many hospital medications include kudzu root as an ingredient. It is also very helpful for the human body's metabolic function.

II. Can kudzu root relieve hangovers?

Kudzu root mainly exerts its hangover-relieving effect when paired with related ingredients.

1. Kudzu root tea

Ingredients: kudzu root, water

Method: Wash the kudzu root clean and cut it into slices, add it to clean water and boil it.

Function: Kudzu root tea mainly clears heat and detoxifies, and relieves hangovers while protecting the body. Taken before drinking, it can increase a person's alcohol tolerance; taken after drinking, it can quickly volatilize alcohol and expel alcohol from the body.

2. Kudzu root soup

Ingredients: kudzu root, water, pork ribs, old hen, ginger, garlic, cooking wine, seasonings

Method: Wash the kudzu root clean, cut it into chunks or slices and set aside. Blanch the pork ribs and old hen in water, put them into a stew pot and stew for one hour, then add the kudzu root. Finally, add the seasonings.

Function: Kudzu root soup is oily, and taking it before drinking can soothe the stomach so that drinking on an empty stomach does not cause harm; taken after drinking, it can relieve dizziness and headache. Drinking kudzu root soup often in daily life can also relieve summer heat and stop coughs.

III. How much does kudzu root cost per jin?

Nowadays, besides pharmacies, many large supermarkets also sell kudzu root at their medicine counters. According to the editor's understanding, the general price of kudzu root is concentrated between 60—100 yuan per jin. It is mainly classified according to the place of origin and quality of the kudzu root, and good kudzu root can often sell for a high price. However, many unscrupulous vendors counterfeit seriously, so I hope everyone will pay more attention when buying, try to go to regular pharmacies, and choose brands you are familiar with.