Jie Geng Herb Uses, Benefits, Cures, Side Effects, Nutrients

Avoid in case of Chronic Cough.
Excess intake may cause Nausea, Vomiting, Sweating, Fatigue and Restlessness.

Balloon Flower is a plant.
It is perennial.
It grows in a tropical climate.
It grows up to 50 Cm.
It belongs to Campanulaceae family.
Best used for Lung Diseases.

In TCM :
Balloon Flower Root : Bai Jie Geng, Jie Geng
Balloon Flower Root : Ku Jie Geng
Meridians associated : Lung and Stomach.

Balloon flower is found in Asian regions of Korea, Eastern Siberia and China. The name of this flower is due to its appearance. The roots of this flower hold great medicinal value.
Saponin present in the roots have Anticancer properties. It deactivates the growth of Cancer Cells.
Its roots are used to treat Sore Throat, Cough and other Respiratory Disorders by widening the Bronchial Vessels. Its constituent platycodigenin removes the Mucus.
In order to maintain Blood Sugar and Cholestrol Level in the Liver, Balloon Flower is consumed. Liver Flukes are best treated by Balloon Flower.
The nutrients present in its roots are useful for recovering from Fatigue.
The Chinese use its roots in medicines as it is an Anti-Inflammatory.
Water extract of this flower is used to heal Ulcers. It's root is a good herbal treatment for Allergies.

Caution : Consult a Doctor before usage.

Keywords : Fatigue, Cancer, Respiratory Disorders, Liver Fluke.