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56. Andrographis paniculata
Bitter, bitter, bitter.
Effects: Clears heat and detoxifies, dries dampness and resolves turbidity.
There are two categories of traditional Chinese medicines with abundant varieties: one is clearing heat and detoxifying, and the other is dispelling wind-dampness and relieving pain. This reflects that ancient working people commonly suffered from these two kinds of ailments, and whatever was useful was recorded.
The bitterness of Andrographis paniculata is somewhat like Coptis chinensis; clinically it is mostly used to treat skin diseases and urinary system diseases. For common throat pain and the like, these are not needed.
57. Isatis leaf
Somewhat similar to duckweed, somewhat fishy, but not as filthy as duckweed.
Effects: Clears heat and detoxifies, has good antiviral effects.
Fresh forms of Andrographis paniculata, Isatis leaf, Polygonum aviculare leaf, dandelion, and other medicines can all be directly crushed and applied externally to treat various skin lesions; after drying, their effectiveness is much reduced.
58. Isatis root
Everyone should have recalled memories from childhood. Among so many heat-clearing and detoxifying medicines, only Isatis root became the national cold medicine — there is a reason for this.
Chewing it directly feels powdery, somewhere between Poria and kudzu root; brewing it in water gives a noticeable sweetness.
Effects: Clears heat and detoxifies without harming the body’s vital energy, gently moistening and promoting fluid production.
Some medicines are especially bitter, making you want to vomit after swallowing. When we try these medicines in a relatively healthy state, they definitely place a burden on the body, so it’s best to use them sparingly.