Bitter almond, also known as almond, is a common Chinese medicine, Rosaceae plant. The main components are amygdalin. iIt is widely distributed in all parts of China. The largest production area of bitter almond in China is Pingquan County, Hebei Province. This plant is resistant to cold, drought, barren, salt and alkali, and has strong adaptability. It can grow normally at 43.9 ℃ in summer and - 40 ℃ in winter.
Effect and function of Amygdalin
1. Relieving cough and asthma.
It can be used to lower the lung qi and stagnation and enter the lung meridian. Wind cold cough and asthma can be taken with liquorice and ephedra; wind heat cough can be taken with chrysanthemum and mulberry leaves. Dry heat can be combined with sea cucumber and Fritillaria to clear lung and moisten dryness. Lung heat can be combined with plaster to relieve heat and promote lung circulation.
2. Moisten the intestines and relieve constipation.
It is used for the treatment of dry constipation of Jinkui and Changzao. It is generally taken with the herbs such as yuliren and baiziren. Those with constipation due to deficiency of blood should take it with Shengdi and angelica.
3. Beauty care.
It is used to moisten skin and improve blood circulation. It is rich in vitamin B1, B2 and volatile oil, which can reduce skin wrinkles, make skin ruddy and glossy, slow down skin aging, especially suitable for female friends.
Matters needing attention
1. Children, parturients, people with damp and hot constitution and diabetics can't eat it.
2. Avoid eating with millet, chestnuts, pork, dog meat and pig lungs.
3. Do not eat too much, so as not to produce too many toxic substances and threaten life safety.
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