Sinapis Semen Cooked (Bai Jie Zi)

Alias: Sinapis Semen Cooked, Bai Jie Zi, Mustard Seed

Taste: Pungent, Warm

Pharmacological Effects:

Bai Jie Zi (Sinapis Semen Cooked) is known for its significant ability to disperse cold, resolve phlegm, and promote blood circulation. It is commonly used to treat symptoms caused by cold-phlegm obstruction and Qi stagnation, such as chest tightness, coughing, and difficulty expectorating phlegm. Bai Jie Zi helps resolve internal cold and dampness, promote Qi and blood circulation, and relieve discomfort caused by cold-phlegm and Qi stagnation.

In addition, Bai Jie Zi has a notable analgesic effect and is used to treat pain due to wind-damp conditions, such as joint pain and stiffness. It works by promoting blood flow and relieving the stagnation of Qi and blood, effectively alleviating pain caused by the invasion of cold-dampness.

Modern research shows that Bai Jie Zi contains active compounds such as mustard oil and volatile oils, which have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor properties. It not only helps relieve symptoms caused by cold-damp, Qi stagnation, and blood stasis but also promotes blood circulation, enhances immunity, and provides other health benefits.