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In Chinese Medicine beriberi can be treated by one herbs that we have on record. Here is the list below.
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat beriberi as can be seen on Black Atractylodes Rhizome's page.
Black Atractylodes Rhizomes is a Warm herb that tastes Bitter and Pungent. It targets the Spleen and the Stomach.
Its main actions are: Dries Damp and tonifies the Spleen. Relieves the Exterior for invasion of Wind-Cold-Damp. Relieves Wind-Damp painful obstruction. Dries Damp for either Damp-Cold or Damp-Heat when combined with the correct herbs. Clears the eyes and improves sight.
Rheumatic athralgia Edema Loss of appetite Diarrhea Poor eyesight Joint pain Impaired vision Blurred vision