Gypsum uses in everyday life

Gypsum is an irregular crystal aggregate in the shape of long blocks. It is white-gray in color and very loose. In daily life, gypsum is common and is widely used in the decoration industry. At the same time, it also has certain medicinal value. So, what are the effects and functions of gypsum?

Gypsum uses in everyday life

1. Clearing heat and purging fire

Gypsum is a natural mineral. It is white in color, moderate in hardness, and has outstanding adaptability. Therefore, it is widely used in the construction and decoration industry. At the same time, it is also a Chinese medicine, and it is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine. The effects and functions of gypsum are first reflected in clearing heat and purging fire. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that it is very cold in nature. Taking it directly can have a significant effect of clearing heat, allowing the internal heat to dissipate quickly, especially for various fevers. This cheap and safe drug treatment can take effect quickly.

2. Astringent and regenerates muscles

The effects and functions of gypsum also include astringent and regenerates muscles. Calcined gypsum has a relatively strong water absorption. After being ground into powder, it can be directly applied to abscesses on the body surface, which can quickly relieve ulceration and poisoning. At the same time, it relies on its own cold nature to play a detoxifying role and promote wound healing.

The effects of gypsum

1. Gypsum is used for febrile diseases, severe heat in the lungs and stomach, persistent high fever, thirst, irritability, and large pulse. Gypsum is very cold in nature and is good at clearing heat from the qi, so it is suitable for symptoms of excess heat in the lungs and stomach. It is often used with Anemarrhena asphodeloides to enhance the effect of clearing internal heat.

2. Gypsum is used for eczema, water and fire burns, sores that do not heal after ulceration, and wounds that do not heal for a long time. Gypsum is ground into powder and used externally to treat the above surgical diseases. It has the effects of clearing heat, astringent, and regenerates muscles. It is often used together with Shengdan, Huangbai, and Qingdai.