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What are the effects and functions of Chinese knotweed (Polygonum perfoliatum)?

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Relieving cough: It can quickly relieve cough symptoms. Boiling it in water and washing the skin with the liquid can relieve skin pain and itching. Clearing heat and detoxifying: It can be used for snake venom, eczema and other conditions, and external application can also treat scabies. Treating sores and boils: It can treat sores and boils; simply boil it in water and wash the affected area. Draining dampness and reducing jaundice: It can clear damp-heat from the liver and gallbladder and can treat damp-heat jaundice.

1. Relieving cough

Chinese knotweed has a cough-relieving effect and can quickly relieve cough symptoms, or help cough symptoms subside. In addition, boiling it in water and washing the skin with the liquid can also achieve a good anti-itching and pain-relieving effect, relieving skin pain and itching.

2. Clearing heat and detoxifying

Chinese knotweed can clear heat and detoxify, and it can be used for snake venom, eczema and other conditions. External application can also treat scabies.

3. Treating sores and boils

Chinese knotweed can treat sores and boils. Boiling it in water and washing the affected area, or applying it externally directly, can significantly reduce the uncomfortable symptoms.

4. Draining dampness and reducing jaundice

Chinese knotweed is bitter and cold, can clear damp-heat from the liver and gallbladder, and can treat damp-heat jaundice. Not only that, it can also treat conditions such as nephritis and edema.

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