Traditional Uses: Traditionally used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (as Yi Yi Ren) to strengthen the spleen, clear dampness, treat diarrhea, arthritis (bi syndrome), and drain pus from lung and intestinal abscesses.
Potential Benefits: A 2023 review of 74 clinical trials suggests potential anti-cancer effects for female reproductive system tumors when combined with other herbs, and it may help lower cholesterol and blood sugar and possess anti-inflammatory properties.
Warnings: Avoid during pregnancy (may stimulate uterine contractions and harm the embryo) and breastfeeding; stop use 2 weeks before surgery; use cautiously with diabetes medications as it may lower blood sugar.
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