Ejiao

Author: Shi Renchao
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This book provides detailed descriptions on identification, selection, storage, as well as the nourishing effects and specific usage of Dendrobium candidum, Ejiao, deer antler, human placenta, goji berries, and Cordyceps sinensis. If you need to identify Dendrobium candidum, stew Ejiao, or prepare dishes with deer antler, or if you are looking to use these ingredients for nourishment, you can find answers in this series.
Ejiao is known for its ability to enrich blood and generate fluids. Blood nourishes the tendons, fluids lubricate the joints, and they can replenish the marrow, spinal cord, and brain marrow, thereby strengthening the muscles and bones, improving joint flexibility, and enhancing anti-rheumatic capabilities. Ejiao can alleviate bone and joint diseases and improve motor function, serving as a long-standing empirical summary from ancient practices.
Ejiao has the functions of nourishing yin and enriching blood, as well as moistening the lungs and relieving dryness. Therefore, it is particularly beneficial for moisturizing the skin, enhancing beauty, and has been used as a beauty aid for women throughout history. Ejiao is a key medicine for nourishing the lungs. Experiments have shown that Ejiao can significantly improve the oxygen tolerance and cold resistance of animals. Additionally, studies indicate that Ejiao can reduce exudative lesions in pulmonary blood vessels, nourish lung yin with long-term use, improve lung function, and strengthen the body's defense against respiratory diseases.