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In Chinese Medicine heatstroke can be treated by five herbs that we have on record. Here is the list below.
The five Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat heatstroke
Why might Camphor (Zhang Nao) help with heatstroke?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat heatstroke as can be seen on Camphor's page.
Camphor is a Warm herb that tastes Pungent. It targets the Heart.
Its main actions are: Moves the Blood and reduces inflammation. Opens the Orifices and awakens the spirit. Dispels Wind-Damp and kills parasites.
Why might Pu'er Tea (Pu Er Cha) help with heatstroke?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat heatstroke as can be seen on Pu'er Tea's page.
Pu'er Tea is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Stomach and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Clears heat and dispels toxicity. Promotes the generation of body Fluids. Smooths digestion and eases hangover. Allows the release of toxicity from the surface.
Why might Flowering Quince (Mu Gua) help with heatstroke?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat heatstroke as can be seen on Flowering Quince's page.
Flowering Quince is a Warm herb that tastes Sour. It targets the Spleen and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Relaxes the sinews by increasing the flow of both Blood and Qi. Assists the function of the Stomach and expels Dampness. Facilitate lactation.
Why might Lotus Leaf (He Ye) help with heatstroke?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat heatstroke as can be seen on Lotus Leaf's page.
Lotus Leaves is a Neutral herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Spleen, the Stomach and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Relieves Summer Heat. Lifts the Spleen Yang. Halts bleeding caused by Heat or Stagnation.
Why might Sweet Wormwood Herb (Qing Hao) help with heatstroke?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat heatstroke as can be seen on Sweet Wormwood Herb's page.
Sweet Wormwood Herbs is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Gallbladder, the Kidney and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Treats malaria. Treats summer Heat and clears symptoms of deficient Heat. Clears Blood Heat and stops bleeding.
Other symptoms often associated with heatstroke
Diarrhea Fever Vomiting Loss of appetite Sores Restlessness Excessive thirst Chest congestion Edema Irritability