In Traditional Chinese Medicine it is classically used to clear damp-heat which encompasses conditions like fever, nausea, dysentery, diarrhea, ulcers, tonsillitis, urinary tract infections, bronchitis, and pneumonia. It was also seen as an agent to clear toxins from the body and stop excessive bleeding as well as calm the fetus during pregnancy. Studies have shown it to be anti-inflammatory, anti candida, and increase glutathione production. It naturally contains melatonin and Serotonin, which are key components in helping sleep and decrease depression.