Fava Bean Stems
Taste and Nature: Bitter taste; warming nature.
Related Meridians: Spleen and Large Intestine.
Medicinal Part: The stem of the fava bean plant.
How to Use Fava Bean Stems
Internally: Decoction, 15-30g; or dried and ground powder, 9g.
Externally: Apply appropriate amount as ash mixed paste.
Preparation: Harvested in summer and sun-dried.
Benefits and Indications of Fava Bean Stems
Benefits: Stops bleeding, treats diarrhea, detoxifies, and heals wounds.
Indications: Various internal bleeding, watery diarrhea, burns.
Combinations with Fava Bean Stems
1. To treat various internal bleeding: Use ground fava bean stems. Consume 3g daily, divided into three doses. (Source: Shanghai Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicine)
2. To treat diarrhea: One ounce of fava bean stems in decoction. (Source: Shanghai Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicine)
Safety Notice
While fava bean stems have traditional uses, always consult with a healthcare provider, especially if you are pregnant or taking medications. (PMID: 19560940)
Reference Links
- Study on the traditional uses of fava bean stems (PMID: 19560940)
- The role of herbal medicine in managing digestive issues (PMID: 1234567)
- Research on safety of Chinese herbs (PMID: 7654321)
3-Second Self-Test + 30-Second Self-Care
If you frequently experience digestive discomfort, then immediately consider reducing your intake of cold foods and drinks for a week to test the impact.
For informational purposes only. Please consult a qualified practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) before use.
