Medical use
Atractylodes has a aromatic, slightly acrid, non toxic and sweet and it is a little sticky when chewed. It is use for treating the spleen and stomach.
1. Digestive System
? Protects Liver
? Improves gall secretion
? Prevents ulcer of stomach
? Improves movements of intestines and bowels
2. Diuretics
3. Improves immune system
4. Anti Cancer
5. Affects heart and blood vessels
6. Lowers blood sugar
7. Anti coagulation of blood
8. Anti bacteria

Atractylodes should be use cautiously in cases of giddiness (yin deficient).