Latin Name: Bulbus Allii

Properties: acrid, warm

Actions: antiseptic, antiviral, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, stomachic, tonic, digestive (especially for meat), increases gastric, intestinal and bronichial secretions, eliminates accumulated mucus and phlegm, inhibits tumor growth, protective against heart diseases, expels internal cold and dampness, lowers blood pressure

Medical Indications: as a natural antibiotic, arteriosclerosis, asthma, arthritis, rheumatism, hemorrhoids, impotence, edema, colds, flu, bronchitis, fever, headache, toothache, earache, digestive problems, gastritis, constipation, diarrhea, heart disorders, insomnia, jaundice, dysentery, sinusitis, diabetes, ulcers, fungus, worms, sores, bruises, wounds

Contraindications: not to be used in cases of Yin deficiency, not to be used shortly after child birth, boils, epidemic diseases, toothache, tongue- or eye infection, or during diarrhea

Caution: long term usage of large dosages in concentrated form can be toxic to kidneys

Dosage: 6 to 15 grams

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