Longevity Spinach
蛇接骨Malay: Sambung Nyawa
Gynura procumbens (Lour.) Merr.
Med + CookStasis-dispersingAnti-inflammatoryBlood sugar-loweringSwelling-reducing
Family: Asteraceae
Type: Perennial herb
Parts Used: Whole plant
Nature & Flavor: Pungent, sweet, neutral
Also known as: Prostrate Groundsel, Dark Phoenix Seven, Swelling Eliminator
Properties & Functions
Functions: Disperses stasis and swelling, reduces inflammation and cough
Indications:
- Bruises and sprains
- Rheumatic joint pain
- Bronchial pneumonia
- Pulmonary TB
- Carbuncles
- Diabetes
Usage & Prescriptions
Dosage: Decoct 15-30g, or stew with meat.
Bruises and sprains
Crush fresh longevity spinach, add pepper powder, apply externally
Bronchial pneumonia, TB
Longevity spinach 4g, stew with meat
Diabetes
Chew 3-5 fresh longevity spinach leaves, twice daily
Recipes & Preparations
Sambung Nyawa Raw Leaves
Popular Malaysian method for lowering blood sugar — 'Sambung Nyawa' means 'extending life'
Servings: Serves 1
Ingredients:
- •Fresh longevity spinach leaves, 5-7 pieces
Instructions:
- 1.Pick fresh tender leaves and wash
- 2.Eat raw by chewing
- 3.Twice daily, before meals
- 4.Suitable for daily health maintenance for diabetics
Quick Reference
- Nature & Flavor
- Pungent, sweet, neutral
- Parts Used
- Whole plant
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Standard Dosage
- Decoct 15-30g, or stew with meat.
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