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Centipeda
minima
(Herba
Centipedae, E Bu Shi Cao)
Centipeda is a plant that
is gaining wide use because of its effectiveness and reliability
in treating a variety of respiratory conditions. It is used
for colds and acute and chronic allergies. Centipeda relieves
symptoms in the eyes, nose, sinuses and lungs. These symptoms
include conjunctivitis, stuffy and runny nose, sore throat,
cough, and difficulty breathing.
Centipeda has expectorant
properties that aid in the removal of excess phlegm. The
active components of centipeda include flavonoids that reduce
allergy reaction, and scientific research indicates that
Centipeda inhibits histamine release from mast cells.
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