Roasted Fructus Aurantii Immaturus (Chao Zhi Shi)

Alias: Roasted Fructus Aurantii Immaturus, Chao Zhi Shi, Unripe Bitter Orange

Taste: Bitter, Cold

Pharmacological Effects:

Chao Zhi Shi (Roasted Fructus Aurantii Immaturus) has significant effects such as regulating Qi, reducing stagnation, promoting bowel movement, and lowering rebellious Qi. It is commonly used to treat symptoms caused by Qi stagnation, such as abdominal bloating, indigestion, and loss of appetite. Chao Zhi Shi helps promote gastrointestinal motility, aid digestion, and alleviate discomfort caused by Qi stagnation, such as chest tightness and epigastric bloating.

Additionally, Chao Zhi Shi has blood-activating, blood-stasis-removing, and heat-clearing effects. It is used to treat pain caused by Qi stagnation and blood stasis, such as dysmenorrhea, headaches, and chest pain. It helps to regulate the flow of Qi and blood in the body, alleviating pain and discomfort caused by stagnation.

Modern research shows that Chao Zhi Shi contains abundant flavonoids, essential oils, and alkaloids, which have antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects. It helps regulate Qi and blood in the gastrointestinal system, clear dampness and toxins from the body, and promotes digestive health.