What should not be mixed with dandelion when brewing it in water?
Currently, there is no food that should not be consumed together with dandelion.
Dandelion has a cooling nature and a bitter taste. It has the ability to clear heat and detoxify, disperse abscesses, and relieve constipation caused by heat. It is effective in treating symptoms such as intestinal abscess, heat-induced constipation, boils, carbuncles, red and swollen eyes, etc. There are currently no known food restrictions when consuming dandelion, but it is important to be aware of individuals who should avoid it. Dandelion has a cooling property and should not be consumed excessively and for a long period of time to avoid discomfort to the spleen and stomach.
What is good to mix with dandelion when brewing it in water?
Dandelion + Black Tea
Dandelion has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects, as well as the ability to clear heat and detoxify. When mixed with black tea, it can reduce the occurrence of dandruff. Dandelion black tea can also be used for hair washing, which not only helps with dandruff and itching, but also makes the hair thicker and shinier.
Dandelion + Clove
Dandelion contains effective ingredients such as inulin, dandelion sterols, and choline. When consumed with cloves, it can quickly relieve hangovers and reduce alcohol-induced damage to the liver. It has the added benefit of preventing blood clots and lowering blood pressure.
Dandelion + Longan
Longan has the ability to nourish the heart and calm the mind, while dandelion can disperse abscesses and clear heat and toxins. When mixed together and brewed in water, dandelion and longan can alleviate insomnia and forgetfulness. It can also improve skin itching caused by dermatitis and eczema, as well as improve vision and relieve eye fatigue.
What are the benefits of drinking dandelion water?
Clearing heat and detoxifying
Dandelion contains effective ingredients such as inulin, choline, and dandelion sterols. It can clear heat, diuretic, and has anti-inflammatory properties. It can be used to treat heat-induced constipation, acute mastitis, sore throat, etc. Dandelion not only clears heat and detoxifies, but also has anti-inflammatory and swelling reduction effects. It also has certain therapeutic effects on lung abscess, intestinal abscess, and breast abscess.
Anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving
Dandelion not only clears heat and detoxifies, but also helps promote lactation and relieve stagnation. It can be used to treat diseases such as hemorrhoids and intestinal abscess. It is often combined with honeysuckle, forsythia, and pangolin for consumption.
Diuretic and detoxifying
Dandelion has the ability to clear heat and diuretic. It can be used for conditions such as dysuria during menstruation, pregnancy, and postpartum. It is often combined with fish mint, white grass root, plantago seed, poria, danggui, and white peony root. Dandelion can clear liver and gallbladder fire and relieve liver and gallbladder stagnation, which has a certain effect on rib-side distension and liver and gallbladder diseases.
How much dandelion is appropriate to consume at once?
15-30 grams is recommended.
Dandelion has a cooling nature, a sweet and slightly bitter taste, and it belongs to the lung, stomach, and liver meridians. It has the functions of clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing swelling, and dispersing abscesses. It can be used to treat upper respiratory tract infections, conjunctivitis, mumps, diabetes, gastritis, dysentery, hepatitis, and other diseases. The recommended dosage is 15-30 grams. It is advisable to use it under the guidance of a doctor.
Can dandelion be consumed long-term?
Long-term consumption is not recommended.
Dandelion contains a variety of nutrients and has high medicinal value. Moderate consumption can help clear heat, detoxify, relieve inflammation, relieve pain, beautify the skin, and lower blood pressure. However, dandelion has a cooling nature and is not suitable for long-term consumption to avoid harm to the spleen and stomach. Long-term and excessive consumption of dandelion may cause symptoms such as stomach pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea.
How to consume dandelion in the best way?
Dandelion Shrimp and Chicken Soup
Ingredients: 100g dandelion, 2 chicken legs, 20g dried shrimp, salt, pepper, ginger.
Instructions:
1. Wash the chicken legs and dandelion, slice the ginger.
2. Heat the pot, add water and chicken legs. Bring to a boil, then add dried shrimp, ginger slices, and pepper. Simmer for 30 minutes over medium heat.
3. Add dandelion and cook for another 5 minutes. Add salt to taste.
Effects: Clearing heat and detoxifying, relieving cough, soothing sore throat, and protecting the stomach and liver.
Dandelion with Garlic
Main ingredients: 500g dandelion, garlic as needed.
Instructions:
1. Wash the dandelion and blanch it with boiling water.
2. Remove from water and rinse with cold water. Squeeze out excess water, chop, and place in a bowl.
3. Sprinkle with minced garlic, sesame oil, salt, and monosodium glutamate. Mix well.
Effects: Clearing heat and detoxifying, dispersing abscesses.
Dandelion Honey Tea
Ingredients: 10g dandelion, hot water, honey.
Instructions:
1. Rinse the fresh dandelion and place it in a cup.
2. Pour hot water over the dandelion and let it steep.
3. When the water is warm, add honey and stir well.
Effects: Moisturizing the intestines, promoting bowel movements, beauty and skincare, clearing heat and diuresis.
Who should avoid consuming dandelion?
1. Individuals with a weak and cold constitution.
Dandelion has a cooling nature and may cause discomfort in individuals with a weak and cold constitution.
2. Individuals allergic to dandelion.
Dandelion contains allergens and should be avoided by individuals with dandelion allergies to prevent symptoms such as hives, redness, and itching.
3. Individuals with a weak spleen and stomach.
Dandelion has a cooling nature and is not suitable for individuals with a weak spleen and stomach as it may worsen the coldness in the body and cause discomfort in the spleen and stomach.
4. Individuals with low blood pressure.
Dandelion contains effective ingredients such as inulin, dandelion sterols, and choline, which have a certain blood pressure-lowering effect. Individuals with low blood pressure should avoid consuming dandelion to prevent discomfort.
