Chinese Herbal Formulas For Allergies: Part 2

Apricot Seed (Pruni armeniacae or Xing Ren)
An antitussive (cough suppressant) and expectorant, the mature seed of the apricot tree is used in many Chinese formulas to relieve coughing and wheezing; it also has laxative effects. A bitter, warming herb, it can be toxic in high doses (50-60 kernels are toxic for adults; ten kernels are toxic for children).

Astragalus (Astragali or Huang Qi)
Anstragalus root has been studied extensively for its cardiovascular effects and antibacterial properties. It is a sweet, slightly warming herb that stimulates healing and draining of edema and pus. It also dilates blood vessels and improves circulation of the skin, among other effects. It's a good, overall immune booster.

Centipede (Centipeda minima or Shi-Hu-Sui)
An acrid, warming herb, centipede has been clinically proven to have anti-inflammatory properties. In a 1991 study, it was found that centipede's active ingredients (including three types of flavonoids, various EFAs, and proteins) inhibited histamine release in cutaneous allergic reactions. It is traditionally used to relieve stuffy nose, cough, and sinusitis.

Corydalis (Corydalis ambigua or Yan Hu Suo)
The root of the corydalis plant is widely used in TCM to relieve pain. More than 20 alkaloids have been extracted from this bitter, warming herb. The alkaloid corydaline B is believed to be responsible for raising the pain threshold and relaxing muscles, while other substances called tetradydropalmatine and bulbocapnine have been shown to calm the central nervous system, acting as a very mild anesthetic.

Chrysanthemum Flower (Chrysanthemi morifolii or Ju Hua)
A slightly bitter, slightly cold herb, the flower of the chrysanthemum is used singly or in combination with other herbs. It has a hypotensive effect, meaning it is able to lower blood pressure by dilating blood vessels, and relieve the rapid onset of inflammatory conditions, including headaches and red, painful, tearing, or dry eyes. Avoid if you have diarrhea.



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