Many traditional Chinese medicinal herbs have food contraindications when taken. Kudzu root starch, also known as kudzu root powder, is a type of traditional Chinese medicine. So, what foods should not be consumed when drinking kudzu root powder?
Foods to avoid when drinking kudzu root powder
Spicy and stimulating foods.
Kudzu root powder is a type of starch food that can be used both medicinally and as a health food. It does not have any obvious drug contraindications. However, it is recommended not to consume it with foods that are more stimulating and spicy, such as alcoholic beverages, carbonated drinks, garlic, and ginger. Consuming kudzu root powder with these foods can reduce the absorption of kudzu root powder by the intestines and stomach, thereby affecting its medicinal effects.
Who should not drink kudzu root powder
1. Pregnant women should consume it sparingly
Pregnant women have a unique constitution, and it is recommended that they consume kudzu root powder sparingly or avoid it altogether. Excessive consumption of kudzu root powder, which has a cooling nature, can affect the implantation of the embryo in the uterus, or the cooling nature of kudzu root powder can stimulate the intestines and stomach of pregnant women, causing gastrointestinal discomfort.
2. People with deficiency of Qi and coldness in the stomach should be cautious
It is recommended that people with deficiency of Qi and coldness in the stomach should be cautious when consuming kudzu root powder. Kudzu root powder has a cooling nature and belongs to cold-natured food, which can easily stimulate the intestines and stomach. Consuming it may cause or worsen symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and loose stools in people with deficiency of Qi and coldness in the stomach.
3. People with low blood pressure or hypotension should consume it sparingly
Kudzu root powder contains puerarin, a component that can lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels to some extent. Therefore, it is recommended that people with low blood pressure or hypotension consume kudzu root powder sparingly to avoid symptoms such as dizziness and palpitations.
Precautions when drinking kudzu root powder
1. Pay attention to the dosage
When drinking kudzu root powder, it is important to pay attention to the dosage. Although it does not have obvious toxic side effects, kudzu root powder has a sweet and cooling taste. Excessive consumption may stimulate the intestines and stomach, causing gastrointestinal discomfort.
2. Avoid taking it on an empty stomach
Kudzu root powder has a cooling nature, and taking it on an empty stomach may harm the spleen and stomach, aggravating the stimulation to the intestines and stomach. This may affect the digestive function of the intestines and stomach and even cause symptoms such as gastrointestinal discomfort, abdominal pain, loose stools, and diarrhea.
The best time to drink kudzu root powder
30 minutes after breakfast.
Kudzu root powder is a high-nutrient health food that contains various essential nutrients for the human body, such as amino acids, phosphorus, calcium, and selenium. The morning is the time when the body's digestion and absorption functions are at their best. Therefore, consuming kudzu root powder after breakfast can better absorb its medicinal effects.
The brewing method of kudzu root powder
1. Take about 15 grams of kudzu root powder and put it in a bowl.
2. Pour about 15 milliliters of warm water, stir until the kudzu root powder becomes a milky white paste without any particles.
3. Pour boiling water above 90 degrees Celsius while stirring until the kudzu root powder becomes a thick, translucent paste.
4. You can also add honey or rock sugar, mix well, and then consume.