"Of course, sulfur itself is a mineral traditional medicine with a sour, warm, and toxic nature, attributed to the kidneys and Large Intestine Meridian. Its effectiveness is mainly external, able to kill parasites and relieve itching. It can be used for scabies, eczema, and itchy skin, just like the commonly seen sulfur soap that makes use of these properties of sulfur.
According to ancient medical books, taking sulfur internally can be used for impotence with cold extremities, asthma with cold cough, and constipation due to cold deficiency, by refining it into pills or powder. Historically, there were emperors who used sulfur to refine elixirs to enhance their vitality, but it needed to undergo strict deodorizing and sterilizing processes before it could be used internally for treatment, with a strictly regulated dosage.
