Bing Lang - Betel Nut, Areca Seeds

• Kills parasites - tapeworms, pinworms, roundworms, blood flukes, helps expel body of worms as well.
• Promote movement of Qi, reduce stagnation - drains down and unblocks the bowels, food accumulation, abdominal distention, constipation, tenesmus.
• Promote urination - damp phlegm and malarial disorders.

• Dosage: 6-12g
• Alone: 120g

Also Used For:
Orally, areca is used as a recreational drug because of its central nervous system (CNS) stimulating properties.  It is also used orally for the treatment of schizophrenia, but is otherwise rarely used therapeutically.  Historically, areca has been used for glaucoma and as a mild stimulant and digestive aid.