Everyone knows that Jiangzhenxiang is a good spice. In recent years, more and more friends have felt the charm of Jiangzhenxiang. What are the uses of incense? I think there are ten uses.
1. Taste the fragrance
Jiangzhenxiang is a high-quality spice, and there are many ways to smell and play with it in daily life. One is to burn incense, which brings out the true fragrance, mellowness, sweetness and coolness. It is fragrant but distant and clear, elegant but not overpowering. You can taste it calmly, and the fragrance will penetrate your heart and calm your mind. Because the oil content of Jiangzhen incense is too high, the fragrance of direct burning incense is sometimes too strong and pungent. If you want to reduce the intensity of Jiangzhen incense, you only need to remove the oil in it. The method given by Zhou Jiaxou of the Ming Dynasty in "Xiang Cheng" is the simplest: "The method of producing Jiangzhen oil: cut Jiangzhen into two inches long, cut into thin slices, boil black tea three or five times, and the oil will be gone. "
Jiangzhenxiang is the "first of all the fragrances" and "all the fragrances in harmony are particularly beautiful", so it is more suitable to smell the fragrance of its synthetic fragrances. Hexiang incense, which is mainly composed of Jiangzhen fragrance, has the functions of storing Qi and calming the mind, strengthening the body and dispelling evil spirits, clearing the liver and nourishing the kidneys, opening up the mind and improving the intelligence.
Another way to smell Jiangzhenxiang is to diffuse the fragrance. In the bedroom or car, you can use an electronic incense burner to heat Jiangzhenxiang powder or spices in blocks or flakes, or Jiangzhenxiang and Hexiang incense pills. As the temperature gradually rises, The fragrance in the room may be cool, sweet, honey, or elegant. Some are like orchids, some are like honeydew melons, some are like green grass, and some are like medicinal fragrances. They are endlessly changing.
This is what the ancients described as a higher state of using incense, "only smelling the aroma but not seeing the smoke." Or use the ancient method of diffusing incense across the fire, using charcoal to get incense, and setting up an incense banquet gathering, where three or five incense friends can enjoy and compete with each other, which is a great pleasure.
2. Appreciation
Jiangzhenxiang is a good companion of ancient emperors, nobles and literati. It is the endorsement of noble life and a symbol of taste. Historically, Jiangzhenxiang has never been a popular commodity. Qingye Mengzhu's "Yueshibian" mentioned Jiangzhenxiang. The record of the book is more detailed: "Zhenjiang incense is not used by wealthy families. It is rarely sold in shops." Most common people cannot afford to use Jiangzhenxiang. Only after reaching a certain social status can they be exposed to Jiangzhenxiang. .
Now the appearance of Wen Wanjiang Zhenxiang seems very lucky. Nowadays, Jiangzhenxiang cultural toys on the market mainly include beads, bracelets, pendants, bracelets, various carvings, and ornaments. Many incense lovers first come into contact with Jiangzhenxiang, starting from the appreciation of cultural toys bracelets. In contemporary Jiangzhenxiang, Among the real incense culture and its derivative products, there are both collection-level genuine incense worth tens of thousands of dollars, and entry-level genuine incense that the working class can afford.
The former can satisfy the collection of high-end incense lovers and inherit the culture of Jiangzhenxiang, while the latter can allow ordinary people to come into contact with Wenwanjiangzhenxiang, making Jiangzhenxiang and incense culture less cold-blooded and more easily spread among the people!
3. Medicinal use
Professor Zhang Danyan of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine believes that Jiangzhenxiang mainly contains volatile oils, flavonoids, tannins and other ingredients. It is often used among the people to prevent and treat diseases such as the respiratory system, digestive system, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, as well as for external use; it can be taken internally to prevent and treat excessive tobacco and alcohol consumption. , throat discomfort, sore throat, liver protection and sobering up, and has an auxiliary therapeutic effect on acute and chronic gastroenteritis, constipation, prostatitis, diabetes, as well as cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension and hyperlipidemia, and insomnia. It is used externally for anti-inflammation, hemostasis, analgesia, and swelling in wounds such as cuts, burns, and insect bites.
From the perspective of ingredients and medicinal efficacy, Jiangzhenxiang can be divided into three major series: the first is the black oil series, including black hard oil, black soft oil, soil buried red, and black oil; the second is the butter series (including sugar confection materials), The third is the Golden A series (including simple xanthate film) and their essential oil products. Due to certain deviations in the composition of these series, their applications are also different.
Professor Zhang said that Jiangzhenxiang is not a panacea. No matter what type of Jiangzhenxiang, it will have certain side effects if taken alone for too long, so it is best to use it in combination. However, due to different physical conditions of each person, some people are prone to skin allergies to Jiangzhenxiang (especially Dayejiangzhenxiang) and its essential oils. If discomfort occurs during use, you should stop using it immediately and take anti-allergic measures for treatment in a timely manner.
At present, raw materials for peeling film of the roots of the large and small leaves of the root of Zhenxiang appear on the market. This method of cutting off the roots to remove the film seriously destroys the renewable resources of the root of Zhenxiang and is not conducive to the sustainable development of the root of Zhenxiang. The precious resource of Jiangzhenxiang must be cherished. Because Jiangzhenxiang cannot be cultivated artificially, it needs to be grown for more than 60 years before it can produce incense. Cutting down one tree in the wild will result in one less tree.
4. Health care
Since ancient times, Jiangzhenxiang has been used not only directly as medicine, but also as a "soak". Whether Jiangzhenxiang is soaked in water, tea or wine, its medicinal properties will enter the human body's internal organs, meridians and qi along with the liquid, regulating and nourishing the body's body and mind. You can cut Jiangzhenxiang into pieces of appropriate size, put them in a pot, and cover the ingredients with cold water (mineral water is better), which is very convenient. Or it can be brewed together with other teas. Long-term drinking of Jiangzhen fragrant tea can have the effect of prolonging life. Jiangzhen fragrant wine is also one of the best ways to maintain health.
Jiangzhenxiang is rich in flavonoids, which can strengthen the detoxification function of the liver and has good effects on liver protection. Zhang Jiebin's "Jingyue Complete Book" of the Ming Dynasty specifically recorded the recipe for using Jiangzhenxiang to make wine: "Jianzhenxiang wine can ward off all miasma, and it is suitable to drink it. Take two liang of Jiangzhenxiang, file it finely, and add one liang of Sichuan peppercorns to close the mouth." who.
5. Wearing
In ancient times, there was a custom of making children wear incense, which lasted from the Tang and Song Dynasties to the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is recorded in "Puji Fang" compiled by Zhou Wang Zhu, the fifth son of Emperor Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang of the Ming Dynasty: "(Jiangzhenxiang) wards off evil spirits. Use Jiangzhenxiang on the right and let children take it." "Puji Fang" is an ancient medical classic. It has high academic value.
Nowadays, people like to wear bracelets, bracelets and rosary beads that can refresh the mind and calm the mind, ward off evil spirits and eliminate filth. Under the action of body temperature, the fragrance of Jiangzhen fragrance slowly separates out, sweet and quiet, like orchid and musk, and if there is any, it does not linger around the tip of the nose. It makes people feel calm and comfortable, thereby stimulating the vitality of human cells and regulating the balance of body and mind. It is a good friend for reading, listening to music or sleeping.
6. Hangover and liver protection
Jiangzhenxiang has a powerful liver-protecting and hangover-relieving function. Drinking it before drinking can double the amount of alcohol you drink; drinking it after drinking can sober up within half an hour. Anyone who plays Jiangzhenxiang knows that by adding a little Jiangzhenxiang powder to liquor and soaking it for a while, the liquor will not be easy to get drunk, and the liquor will pass faster, which can effectively reduce the symptoms of alcohol poisoning and make drunk people People won't feel that bad.
The secret of Jiangzhenxiang’s ability to relieve hangovers is that it contains high levels of flavonoids and tannins. According to research from many domestic and foreign medical research institutions, this substance has a strong hangover effect and can block the inhibition of intestinal smooth muscle receptors. Intestinal smooth muscle relaxes, effectively blocking the body's absorption of alcohol, reducing the harm of alcohol to the human body from the source, and helping the liver improve its ability to metabolize alcohol.
7. Beauty
Jiangzhenxiang promotes blood circulation, promotes qi and unblocks meridians. According to the testing research of Professor Zhang Danyan’s research team at Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, it was found that Jiangzhenxiang mainly contains volatile oils, flavonoids, tannins and organic acids. The oil mainly contains elemen, methyl Eugenol, whiskey lactone, estragole, cinnamaldehyde, cypressol, borneol, etc. These ingredients have strong effects of scavenging free radicals, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, promoting cell regeneration, calming and calming the nerves. Therefore, they are not only magical in medicinal effects, but also a beauty and beauty tool. They can prevent skin aging, lighten pigment spots, and reduce the appearance of acne on the face. If you have acne, just apply a little essential oil on it before going to bed, and you will find that the redness and swelling of the acne are reduced when you wake up the next morning.
Jiangzhen essential oil can also be used for bathing and massage to nourish the skin, eliminate fatigue, purify the body and mind, and balance health.
8. Town house
Jiangzhen incense has been a Taoist sacred object since ancient times and has the power to ward off evil and eliminate filth. Taoist talismans say: "A stick of true incense reaches the sky, and all evil spirits and monsters are hidden."
Li Xun of the Tang Dynasty recorded in "Haiyao Materia Medica": "(Jianzhenxiang) was born in the Nanhai Mountains, and also in the Daqin Kingdom. It tastes warm, flat, and non-toxic. It governs the movement of heaven and earth, and it can cause strange houses and buildings to be burned." Tested.
Miao Xiyong of the Ming Dynasty gave an explanation in his "Shen Nong's Materia Medica" as follows: "Jiangzhenxiang is the clearest and most powerful incense, so it can ward off all evil and ominous odors." In addition, Jiangzhenxiang has a strong anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effect. Therefore, placing an incense-reducing ornament at home to control the house, or burning some incense-reducing flakes from time to time, can ward off evil spirits and remove dirt, improve the aura, purify the air, and prevent the spread of viruses. According to ancient records, people in the Song Dynasty liked to hang children's shoes decorated with incense carvings on the four corners of furniture such as piano tables and chess tables to ward off evil spirits.
9. Pray
Jiangzhenxiang has been a "sacred incense" used by Taoists and palaces for worshiping ancestors since ancient times. It is known as the "first of all incense". Its "burning smoke goes straight up" and can attract cranes to fly and circle around. It is a spiritual incense that can communicate with the heavens and invite the gods to come to the altar. "The Legend of Immortals" says: "For the stars, burning this incense is the first, and it is the most powerful way to save the gods." This is the name of Jiang Zhen.
Therefore, it is very effective to burn a stick of incense to worship ancestors during festivals and pray for blessings and protection.
10. Practice
Jiangzhen incense is regarded as a spiritual incense that can communicate with the gods. Burning a stick of Jiangzhen incense can gather energy and concentration, activate brain cells, and help guide practitioners to quickly enter the realm of practice. Therefore, it has been used by Zen practitioners since ancient times to assist their practice. Precious fragrance material.
Zhang Ji's poem says: "Drunk and leaning on the spotted cane, sleeping leisurely on the gall wooden bed. The Qi formula is performed on the desk, and the real fragrance comes from the stove." There is also a record: "Huang's old disciple Zhou Junjing returned to Yan. He has been here for eighty years and has not eaten. Millet, I just burn a stick of real incense every day and read the Lingbao Sutra to Save People.
1. Taste the fragrance
Jiangzhenxiang is a high-quality spice, and there are many ways to smell and play with it in daily life. One is to burn incense, which brings out the true fragrance, mellowness, sweetness and coolness. It is fragrant but distant and clear, elegant but not overpowering. You can taste it calmly, and the fragrance will penetrate your heart and calm your mind. Because the oil content of Jiangzhen incense is too high, the fragrance of direct burning incense is sometimes too strong and pungent. If you want to reduce the intensity of Jiangzhen incense, you only need to remove the oil in it. The method given by Zhou Jiaxou of the Ming Dynasty in "Xiang Cheng" is the simplest: "The method of producing Jiangzhen oil: cut Jiangzhen into two inches long, cut into thin slices, boil black tea three or five times, and the oil will be gone. "
Jiangzhenxiang is the "first of all the fragrances" and "all the fragrances in harmony are particularly beautiful", so it is more suitable to smell the fragrance of its synthetic fragrances. Hexiang incense, which is mainly composed of Jiangzhen fragrance, has the functions of storing Qi and calming the mind, strengthening the body and dispelling evil spirits, clearing the liver and nourishing the kidneys, opening up the mind and improving the intelligence.
Another way to smell Jiangzhenxiang is to diffuse the fragrance. In the bedroom or car, you can use an electronic incense burner to heat Jiangzhenxiang powder or spices in blocks or flakes, or Jiangzhenxiang and Hexiang incense pills. As the temperature gradually rises, The fragrance in the room may be cool, sweet, honey, or elegant. Some are like orchids, some are like honeydew melons, some are like green grass, and some are like medicinal fragrances. They are endlessly changing.
This is what the ancients described as a higher state of using incense, "only smelling the aroma but not seeing the smoke." Or use the ancient method of diffusing incense across the fire, using charcoal to get incense, and setting up an incense banquet gathering, where three or five incense friends can enjoy and compete with each other, which is a great pleasure.
2. Appreciation
Jiangzhenxiang is a good companion of ancient emperors, nobles and literati. It is the endorsement of noble life and a symbol of taste. Historically, Jiangzhenxiang has never been a popular commodity. Qingye Mengzhu's "Yueshibian" mentioned Jiangzhenxiang. The record of the book is more detailed: "Zhenjiang incense is not used by wealthy families. It is rarely sold in shops." Most common people cannot afford to use Jiangzhenxiang. Only after reaching a certain social status can they be exposed to Jiangzhenxiang. .
Now the appearance of Wen Wanjiang Zhenxiang seems very lucky. Nowadays, Jiangzhenxiang cultural toys on the market mainly include beads, bracelets, pendants, bracelets, various carvings, and ornaments. Many incense lovers first come into contact with Jiangzhenxiang, starting from the appreciation of cultural toys bracelets. In contemporary Jiangzhenxiang, Among the real incense culture and its derivative products, there are both collection-level genuine incense worth tens of thousands of dollars, and entry-level genuine incense that the working class can afford.
The former can satisfy the collection of high-end incense lovers and inherit the culture of Jiangzhenxiang, while the latter can allow ordinary people to come into contact with Wenwanjiangzhenxiang, making Jiangzhenxiang and incense culture less cold-blooded and more easily spread among the people!
3. Medicinal use
Professor Zhang Danyan of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine believes that Jiangzhenxiang mainly contains volatile oils, flavonoids, tannins and other ingredients. It is often used among the people to prevent and treat diseases such as the respiratory system, digestive system, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, as well as for external use; it can be taken internally to prevent and treat excessive tobacco and alcohol consumption. , throat discomfort, sore throat, liver protection and sobering up, and has an auxiliary therapeutic effect on acute and chronic gastroenteritis, constipation, prostatitis, diabetes, as well as cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension and hyperlipidemia, and insomnia. It is used externally for anti-inflammation, hemostasis, analgesia, and swelling in wounds such as cuts, burns, and insect bites.
From the perspective of ingredients and medicinal efficacy, Jiangzhenxiang can be divided into three major series: the first is the black oil series, including black hard oil, black soft oil, soil buried red, and black oil; the second is the butter series (including sugar confection materials), The third is the Golden A series (including simple xanthate film) and their essential oil products. Due to certain deviations in the composition of these series, their applications are also different.
Professor Zhang said that Jiangzhenxiang is not a panacea. No matter what type of Jiangzhenxiang, it will have certain side effects if taken alone for too long, so it is best to use it in combination. However, due to different physical conditions of each person, some people are prone to skin allergies to Jiangzhenxiang (especially Dayejiangzhenxiang) and its essential oils. If discomfort occurs during use, you should stop using it immediately and take anti-allergic measures for treatment in a timely manner.
At present, raw materials for peeling film of the roots of the large and small leaves of the root of Zhenxiang appear on the market. This method of cutting off the roots to remove the film seriously destroys the renewable resources of the root of Zhenxiang and is not conducive to the sustainable development of the root of Zhenxiang. The precious resource of Jiangzhenxiang must be cherished. Because Jiangzhenxiang cannot be cultivated artificially, it needs to be grown for more than 60 years before it can produce incense. Cutting down one tree in the wild will result in one less tree.
4. Health care
Since ancient times, Jiangzhenxiang has been used not only directly as medicine, but also as a "soak". Whether Jiangzhenxiang is soaked in water, tea or wine, its medicinal properties will enter the human body's internal organs, meridians and qi along with the liquid, regulating and nourishing the body's body and mind. You can cut Jiangzhenxiang into pieces of appropriate size, put them in a pot, and cover the ingredients with cold water (mineral water is better), which is very convenient. Or it can be brewed together with other teas. Long-term drinking of Jiangzhen fragrant tea can have the effect of prolonging life. Jiangzhen fragrant wine is also one of the best ways to maintain health.
Jiangzhenxiang is rich in flavonoids, which can strengthen the detoxification function of the liver and has good effects on liver protection. Zhang Jiebin's "Jingyue Complete Book" of the Ming Dynasty specifically recorded the recipe for using Jiangzhenxiang to make wine: "Jianzhenxiang wine can ward off all miasma, and it is suitable to drink it. Take two liang of Jiangzhenxiang, file it finely, and add one liang of Sichuan peppercorns to close the mouth." who.
5. Wearing
In ancient times, there was a custom of making children wear incense, which lasted from the Tang and Song Dynasties to the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is recorded in "Puji Fang" compiled by Zhou Wang Zhu, the fifth son of Emperor Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang of the Ming Dynasty: "(Jiangzhenxiang) wards off evil spirits. Use Jiangzhenxiang on the right and let children take it." "Puji Fang" is an ancient medical classic. It has high academic value.
Nowadays, people like to wear bracelets, bracelets and rosary beads that can refresh the mind and calm the mind, ward off evil spirits and eliminate filth. Under the action of body temperature, the fragrance of Jiangzhen fragrance slowly separates out, sweet and quiet, like orchid and musk, and if there is any, it does not linger around the tip of the nose. It makes people feel calm and comfortable, thereby stimulating the vitality of human cells and regulating the balance of body and mind. It is a good friend for reading, listening to music or sleeping.
6. Hangover and liver protection
Jiangzhenxiang has a powerful liver-protecting and hangover-relieving function. Drinking it before drinking can double the amount of alcohol you drink; drinking it after drinking can sober up within half an hour. Anyone who plays Jiangzhenxiang knows that by adding a little Jiangzhenxiang powder to liquor and soaking it for a while, the liquor will not be easy to get drunk, and the liquor will pass faster, which can effectively reduce the symptoms of alcohol poisoning and make drunk people People won't feel that bad.
The secret of Jiangzhenxiang’s ability to relieve hangovers is that it contains high levels of flavonoids and tannins. According to research from many domestic and foreign medical research institutions, this substance has a strong hangover effect and can block the inhibition of intestinal smooth muscle receptors. Intestinal smooth muscle relaxes, effectively blocking the body's absorption of alcohol, reducing the harm of alcohol to the human body from the source, and helping the liver improve its ability to metabolize alcohol.
7. Beauty
Jiangzhenxiang promotes blood circulation, promotes qi and unblocks meridians. According to the testing research of Professor Zhang Danyan’s research team at Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, it was found that Jiangzhenxiang mainly contains volatile oils, flavonoids, tannins and organic acids. The oil mainly contains elemen, methyl Eugenol, whiskey lactone, estragole, cinnamaldehyde, cypressol, borneol, etc. These ingredients have strong effects of scavenging free radicals, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, promoting cell regeneration, calming and calming the nerves. Therefore, they are not only magical in medicinal effects, but also a beauty and beauty tool. They can prevent skin aging, lighten pigment spots, and reduce the appearance of acne on the face. If you have acne, just apply a little essential oil on it before going to bed, and you will find that the redness and swelling of the acne are reduced when you wake up the next morning.
Jiangzhen essential oil can also be used for bathing and massage to nourish the skin, eliminate fatigue, purify the body and mind, and balance health.
8. Town house
Jiangzhen incense has been a Taoist sacred object since ancient times and has the power to ward off evil and eliminate filth. Taoist talismans say: "A stick of true incense reaches the sky, and all evil spirits and monsters are hidden."
Li Xun of the Tang Dynasty recorded in "Haiyao Materia Medica": "(Jianzhenxiang) was born in the Nanhai Mountains, and also in the Daqin Kingdom. It tastes warm, flat, and non-toxic. It governs the movement of heaven and earth, and it can cause strange houses and buildings to be burned." Tested.
Miao Xiyong of the Ming Dynasty gave an explanation in his "Shen Nong's Materia Medica" as follows: "Jiangzhenxiang is the clearest and most powerful incense, so it can ward off all evil and ominous odors." In addition, Jiangzhenxiang has a strong anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effect. Therefore, placing an incense-reducing ornament at home to control the house, or burning some incense-reducing flakes from time to time, can ward off evil spirits and remove dirt, improve the aura, purify the air, and prevent the spread of viruses. According to ancient records, people in the Song Dynasty liked to hang children's shoes decorated with incense carvings on the four corners of furniture such as piano tables and chess tables to ward off evil spirits.
9. Pray
Jiangzhenxiang has been a "sacred incense" used by Taoists and palaces for worshiping ancestors since ancient times. It is known as the "first of all incense". Its "burning smoke goes straight up" and can attract cranes to fly and circle around. It is a spiritual incense that can communicate with the heavens and invite the gods to come to the altar. "The Legend of Immortals" says: "For the stars, burning this incense is the first, and it is the most powerful way to save the gods." This is the name of Jiang Zhen.
Therefore, it is very effective to burn a stick of incense to worship ancestors during festivals and pray for blessings and protection.
10. Practice
Jiangzhen incense is regarded as a spiritual incense that can communicate with the gods. Burning a stick of Jiangzhen incense can gather energy and concentration, activate brain cells, and help guide practitioners to quickly enter the realm of practice. Therefore, it has been used by Zen practitioners since ancient times to assist their practice. Precious fragrance material.
Zhang Ji's poem says: "Drunk and leaning on the spotted cane, sleeping leisurely on the gall wooden bed. The Qi formula is performed on the desk, and the real fragrance comes from the stove." There is also a record: "Huang's old disciple Zhou Junjing returned to Yan. He has been here for eighty years and has not eaten. Millet, I just burn a stick of real incense every day and read the Lingbao Sutra to Save People.
