3 kinds of traditional Chinese medicines have been banned by the 'National Pharmacopoeia', they are nephrotoxic and carcinogenic, don't think they are good medicines
Some time ago, Ms. Liu went to a small clinic in her town because of unbearable low back pain. She heard the doctor said that there are traditional Chinese medicine remedies for low back pain, so she thought of giving it a try.
After the clinic doctor massaged the medicine powder and water, Ms. Liu paid the fee and went home. But an hour later, Ms. Liu noticed something was wrong. Her eyes were blurry and her head was dizzy. Her family rushed to the hospital.
After the hospital inspection, it was believed that it was caused by drug poisoning. Ms. Liu’s husband found a doctor in the clinic. After getting the drug test, it was found that Ms. Liu’s symptoms were inseparable from the traditional Chinese medicine.
1. Chinese medicine should not be eaten indiscriminately
Many people think that traditional Chinese medicine has few side effects and is very effective for conditioning and nourishing the body.
There are many people who regard traditional Chinese medicine as a good tonic, but in fact, traditional Chinese medicine cannot be taken as a tonic . If you use traditional Chinese medicine to regulate your body, you must do it under the guidance of a professional doctor.
2. 3 kinds of traditional Chinese medicine have been banned by the "National Pharmacopoeia", don't ignore
"Hepatology" once published a "Aristolochic acid-induced mutation of liver cancer in mice and humans", which proved that aristolochic acid can directly cause liver cancer and can be listed as one of the high-risk factors for liver cancer.
In addition, aristolochic acid has strong nephrotoxicity, which is related to kidney cancer, esophagus cancer, bladder cancer and other cancers, but liver cancer gene mutation is most affected by aristolochic acid.
In 2012, the World Health Organization classified aristolochic acid and plants containing aristolochic acid as a class I carcinogen. Aristolochic acid is contained in such as Tianxianteng, Guanmutong, Aristolochia, Guangfangji, Qingmuxiang, Asarum, etc.
Since 2003, the State Food and Drug Administration of China has successively cancelled the standards for medicinal materials of Guangfangji, Guanmutong, and Qingmuxiang , and stated that these kinds of Chinese medicinal materials are not allowed to be sold and used, while those such as Tianxianteng, cinnabar lotus, bone-seeking wind, and Hanma are not allowed to be used. Other Chinese herbal medicines in Douling need to be managed according to prescription standards.
3. These "snacks" also contain traditional Chinese medicine, so be careful when eating them
The ingredients of traditional Chinese medicine are not only common in medicines, but also in some snacks that people often eat. You must pay more attention to these snacks when you eat them.
1. Ejiao Date
Ejiao dates contain tangerine peel, sweet-scented osmanthus and other medicinal materials, which can nourish blood, nourish blood, and nourish yin. Therefore, it has a good effect on pale complexion and drowsiness caused by qi and blood deficiency, but it is not suitable to eat too much every time. It is not suitable for long-term consumption. It is recommended that people with indigestion take no more than 10 tablets, while people with cold and fever, toothache, phlegm-damp cough, abdominal distension and abdominal pain are not suitable for consumption.
2. Mints
Mints can remove bad taste in the mouth and dispel wind-heat. However, diabetic patients are not suitable for large amounts of consumption, and they should be taken with caution when they have symptoms such as dry cough and night sweats. It is recommended to consult a doctor before taking them.
3. Poria Cake
Poria cakes made from Poria powder, rice powder, white sugar, etc., can calm the mind, soothe the mind, strengthen the spleen and stomach, and dehumidify. Most people can take it, but for colds, fever, high blood sugar, It is not suitable for people with dry stool and kidney yang deficiency.
References:
[1] [Healthy Ways] There are three misunderstandings that are contraindicated in taking traditional Chinese medicine. Pay attention. Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Chinese Medicine Hall. 2021-12-14
[2] It was confirmed that aristolochic acid "can directly cause liver cancer"! These traditional Chinese medicines should be paid attention to.... Medical profession. 2019-08-01
[3] Be careful! These "snacks" contain traditional Chinese medicine and should not be eaten indiscriminately. Life Times. 2016-01-30
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