Dried Motherwort Grass (Yi Mu Cao)

Alias:
Motherwort, Yi Mu Cao, Red Motherwort, Blood-Supplementing Herb

Properties:
Bitter, Warm

Pharmacological Effects:

• Motherwort has the effects of invigorating blood, regulating menstruation, promoting diuresis, reducing swelling, clearing heat, detoxifying, and nurturing blood. It is commonly used in the treatment of gynecological conditions, particularly menstrual disorders, dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation), and postpartum recovery.
• Modern research shows that active ingredients in Motherwort, such as flavonoids and saponins, exhibit significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial effects.
• Motherwort has a blood-regulating and blood-stasis-removing action, promoting blood circulation and alleviating pain and discomfort caused by blood stagnation.
• It helps regulate menstrual cycles and is often used to treat menstrual irregularities, dysmenorrhea, delayed menstruation, and postpartum bleeding.
• Motherwort has diuretic effects, aiding in the elimination of excess water from the body and helping to reduce swelling.
• Suitable for the adjunctive treatment of menstrual irregularities, postpartum recovery, menstrual discomfort, water retention, and other related symptoms.