Today my daughter bought me some prepared Rehmanniae Radix (Shu Di Huang) and said it can help replenish my blood. But I also take Panax notoginseng (Sanqi) regularly. Can I take prepared Rehmanniae Radix and Panax notoginseng together?
Can I take prepared Rehmanniae Radix and Panax notoginseng together?
Yes, you can.
Prepared Rehmanniae Radix has a sweet taste and mild warm nature. It has the functions of nourishing blood and nourishing yin, as well as tonifying essence and enriching marrow. It can be used to treat blood deficiency and liver and kidney yin deficiency. Panax notoginseng has a warm nature and a bitter taste. It enters the liver, stomach, and large intestine meridians, and can invigorate blood circulation, stop bleeding, dispel blood stasis, and relieve pain. The properties and effects of the two herbs do not have obvious conflicts, so prepared Rehmanniae Radix and Panax notoginseng can be taken together.
What are the benefits of taking prepared Rehmanniae Radix and Panax notoginseng together?
Nourishing blood and promoting blood circulation
Prepared Rehmanniae Radix has the effect of nourishing and replenishing blood. It can be used to treat various symptoms of blood deficiency, such as pale complexion, reduced menstrual flow, palpitations, and insomnia. Panax notoginseng has the function of promoting blood circulation and resolving blood stasis. It can help promote smooth blood flow and clear meridians. It has a certain effect on treating conditions such as reduced menstrual flow, dark-colored menstrual blood, stagnant menstrual flow, and dysmenorrhea caused by blood stasis.
Tonifying the liver and kidneys
Prepared Rehmanniae Radix has the function of tonifying essence and enriching marrow, and nourishing the liver and kidneys. It can be used to treat various symptoms of liver and kidney yin deficiency, such as hot flashes with sweating, sore and weak lower back and knees, dizziness, and tinnitus.
Reducing swelling and relieving pain
Panax notoginseng has the effects of dispelling blood stasis and relieving pain. It can help dispel blood stasis and relieve pain. It has a good alleviating effect on conditions such as bruises, sore and swollen muscles, and unexplained pain.
Protecting the cardiovascular system
Panax notoginseng has the function of promoting blood circulation and resolving blood stasis. It can help dilate blood vessels, dissolve blood clots in the blood vessels, improve microcirculation, and maintain vascular patency. It can help protect the cardiovascular system and has a certain adjuvant therapeutic effect on conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.
Enhancing immunity
The extract of prepared Rehmanniae Radix can protect macrophages and help inhibit the formation of antibody-producing cells. Panax notoginseng contains abundant flavonoids, which can enhance the function of immune cells, help cells resist bacterial and pathogen invasion, and also has immune regulatory effects. Therefore, taking prepared Rehmanniae Radix and Panax notoginseng can enhance the body's immune function to a certain extent.
How to take prepared Rehmanniae Radix and Panax notoginseng together?
1. Take about 15 grams of prepared Rehmanniae Radix and put it in a teapot.
2. Pour an appropriate amount of water into the teapot and boil it over high heat.
3. Simmer for about 30 minutes on low heat.
4. Filter out the residue and collect the medicinal juice.
5. Grind 1-1.5 grams of Panax notoginseng into powder.
6. Pour the Panax notoginseng powder into the prepared Rehmanniae Radix medicinal juice, stir well, and drink.
What should be noted when taking prepared Rehmanniae Radix?
1. Avoid contact with iron objects
Prepared Rehmanniae Radix is a Chinese medicinal material. The active ingredients in it may react with copper or iron utensils, thereby reducing the efficacy of prepared Rehmanniae Radix or producing harmful substances that affect human health. Therefore, when cooking with prepared Rehmanniae Radix, it is advisable to avoid using copper or iron utensils.
2. Do not consume with radish and "three whites"
"Three whites" refers to the white parts of scallions, leeks, and garlic sprouts. The three whites have a pungent taste and strong dispersing effects. Radishes have a qi-descending effect. Consuming prepared Rehmanniae Radix with radish or "three whites" can reduce the efficacy of prepared Rehmanniae Radix.
3. Not suitable during a cold
During a cold, it is not suitable for tonifying the body. Prepared Rehmanniae Radix has a strong nourishing effect and a greasy nature. Taking it during a cold may cause the stagnation of external pathogens in the body, thereby aggravating cold symptoms or prolonging the duration of the cold.
4. Not suitable for those with weak spleen and stomach
The quality of prepared Rehmanniae Radix is sticky and may hinder the digestive function of the spleen and stomach. Taking prepared Rehmanniae Radix may hinder the transportation and transformation functions of the spleen and stomach in individuals with weak spleen and stomach, potentially exacerbating symptoms such as abdominal distension, poor appetite, and loose stools.
5. Not suitable for those with diarrhea
Prepared Rehmanniae Radix may hinder the transportation and transformation functions of the spleen and stomach. Individuals with existing symptoms of diarrhea may experience worsening discomfort or adverse reactions such as abdominal distension and loss of appetite when taking prepared Rehmanniae Radix.
6. Not suitable for those with stagnant qi and excessive phlegm
Individuals with local lumps, chest tightness, palpitations, and excessive phlegm should avoid taking prepared Rehmanniae Radix. The greasy nature of prepared Rehmanniae Radix may worsen phlegm dampness and aggravate discomfort symptoms.
What should be noted when taking Panax notoginseng?
1. Do not take excessive amounts
Panax notoginseng powder can stimulate the nervous system. Excessive intake of Panax notoginseng powder may cause mental excitement, restlessness, and other adverse reactions. The recommended dosage is 1-3 grams.
2. Not suitable for pregnant women
Panax notoginseng powder has the effect of promoting blood circulation and resolving blood stasis. It may stimulate the uterus, cause uterine contractions, and lead to fetal movements or even miscarriage when taken by pregnant women.
3. Not suitable for women during menstruation
Panax notoginseng powder has a strong blood circulation-promoting effect and a certain stimulating effect on uterine blood vessels. Taking Panax notoginseng powder during menstruation may increase menstrual flow or prolong the duration of menstruation.
4. Not suitable for those with wind-heat cold
Panax notoginseng powder has a warm nature. Taking it when experiencing a wind-heat cold may exacerbate heat symptoms, such as increased sweating, fever, and redness and swelling of the throat.
