Overview of the efficacy and functions of white chrysanthemum

White chrysanthemum is a common traditional Chinese medicinal material and raw material for tea drinks. It has attracted widespread attention for its functions of clearing away heat and detoxifying, calming the liver and improving eyesight, and being antioxidant. Its main effects include relieving wind, heat and colds, improving eye fatigue, regulating blood pressure and enhancing immunity, while its secondary effects involve beautification and mood relief. The following will systematically introduce the application scenarios and scientific basis of white chrysanthemum from the aspects of medicinal value, daily health care and precautions.

Medicinal value: heat-clearing, detoxifying and eye-protecting effects

White chrysanthemum is classified as a "spicy and cool external medicine" in traditional Chinese medicine theory, and is especially suitable for symptoms such as headaches, sore throat, and sore throat caused by wind-heat colds. it containsflavonoidsandvolatile oilIt has anti-inflammatory properties and can effectively relieve upper respiratory tract infections. In addition, the white chrysanthemum inLuteinIt has obvious effects on protecting the retina and alleviating visual fatigue. Long-term eye users can drink chrysanthemum tea in moderation to help protect their eyes. Li Shizhen, a physician in the Ming Dynasty, recorded in "Compendium of Materia Medica" that it "maintains the effects of dizziness, improves eyesight and removes nebula".

Health care application: regulating three highs and anti-oxidation

Modern research has found that the white chrysanthemum containsChlorogenic acidIngredients such as this help regulate blood sugar and blood lipids, and also have a mild antihypertensive effect on patients with hypertension. The following table lists some of its active ingredients and functions:

It should be noted that white chrysanthemum is slightly cold in nature, and those with weak constitution should drink it with wolfberry or red dates to avoid excessive consumption of it causing diarrhea.

Assistive role in beauty and mood regulation

White chrysanthemum can be made into facial mask or toner for external use.AntioxidantsIt can reduce free radical damage to skin and delay aging. At the same time, the aroma of chrysanthemumscamphor terpeneThe ingredients can soothe nervous tension, and Japanese research found that its aroma can reduce cortisol levels by 23% (Japanese Journal of Aromatherapy 2018). It is recommended that people with high work pressure try chrysanthemum aromatherapy or tea, but pregnant women and people with allergies should use it with caution.

Scientific usage suggestions and summary

Taken together, white chrysanthemum is a typical representative of medicine and food. It is recommended that the daily dosage is no more than 6-8 dried flowers. The active ingredients can be released by brewing in boiling water for 5 minutes. Its core functions focus on respiratory and eye health, while its auxiliary functions are reflected in cardiovascular care and emotional management. It should be emphasized that white chrysanthemum cannot replace drug treatment, and serious diseases still require medical treatment. The rational use of this traditional medicinal material can provide a gentle conditioning solution for modern people's sub-healthy state.

Citing sources

1. Li Shizhen's "Compendium of Materia Medica"
2. Japanese Society of Aromatherapy "Research on the Effect of Chrysanthemum Aroma on Stress Hormones" (2018)
3. Chinese Pharmacopoeia 2020 Edition