What Are the Differences Between Baishu and Fuling?
The main differences between Atractylodes Macrocephala and Poria Cocos lie in their effects. If insomnia or unease of the mind occurs, Poria Cocos can be used to improve the condition, while Atractylodes Macrocephala has a good effect on protecting the fetus. Besides, in terms of effects, both Atractylodes Macrocephala and Poria Cocos vary from person to person. They both have the function of removing dampness and strengthening the spleen. To achieve good effects, it is necessary to persist for more than a week.
1. Both Atractylodes Macrocephala and Poria Cocos enter the spleen meridian and have the function of strengthening the spleen. At the same time, both have the effect of promoting diuresis and eliminating dampness. However, there are also some differences in their effects. Poria Cocos also enters the lung meridian, which is beneficial for resolving phlegm, relieving cough, nourishing yin, and moistening the lungs. It also has a certain relieving effect on unease of the mind and insomnia. Atractylodes Macrocephala has a certain effect on protecting the fetus.
2. If there is spleen deficiency, you can consume Atractylodes Macrocephala or Poria Cocos, both of which can help nourish the spleen and alleviate the symptoms caused by spleen deficiency, such as indigestion, loose stool, and poor appetite. If you have spleen deficiency, combining the two together will achieve better results.
3. How long does it take for Atractylodes Macrocephala and Poria Cocos to remove dampness? The effects vary from person to person. Both Atractylodes Macrocephala and Poria Cocos have a certain auxiliary effect on removing dampness, and they also have a certain function of strengthening the spleen. As the spleen is the main organ to eliminate dampness in the body, consuming Atractylodes Macrocephala and Poria Cocos has a good effect on removing dampness. However, it usually takes more than a week to truly achieve these effects.
