Isatidis Folium (Da Qing Ye)

Alias:
Isatidis Folium, Da Qing Ye, Blue Indigo Leaf, Qing Ye, Blue Grass Leaf

Properties:
Bitter, Cold

Pharmacological Effects:

• Isatidis Folium has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, cooling the blood, reducing swelling, and has antiviral and antibacterial properties.
• It is mainly used for treating symptoms caused by wind-heat invasion, such as high fever, headache, sore throat, and thirst.
• It has a significant inhibitory effect on viral infections, especially in the treatment of diseases such as influenza, measles, and rubella, helping to alleviate symptoms effectively.
• Isatidis Folium has prominent antibacterial properties, capable of inhibiting bacterial infections such as bacterial pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and more.
• It cools the blood and detoxifies the body, helping to clear heat toxins, especially useful for treating skin conditions caused by heat-toxicity, such as acne, eczema, and abscesses.
• Modern research shows that Isatidis Folium also has potential anti-tumor effects, inhibiting the growth of tumor cells.
• Additionally, it can help enhance immunity, reduce inflammation, and act as an antioxidant, benefiting overall health.