Antipyretic, antihypertensive, antidote to toxic poisonings,
nutritive tonic.
Mung bean is a nutritious protein food that is used by Oriental
herbalists for all hot, inflammatory conditions, ranging from
systemic infections to heat stroke to hypertension. Also used
for toxic poisoning, including aconite poisoning. Very effective
as a soup for heat stroke associated with thirst, irritability,
and fever.
Dosage
15-30 grams; 120 grams are cooked with 60 grams of licorice
for aconite poisoning
Safety
Because of their cooling nature, mung beans should be avoided
or cooked with warming spices for those with a weak digestion.
