Huang Jing is a type of tonic herb in traditional Chinese medicine. Many people believe that Huang Jing has the function of strengthening Yang, so some men take Huang Jing as a dietary supplement for health purposes. But does Huang Jing really have the effect of strengthening Yang?
Can Huang Jing strengthen Yang?
Yes, it has some effect in strengthening Yang.
Strengthening Yang refers to the purpose of enhancing male Yang energy, improving sexual function, and increasing sexual desire through food, medicine, massage, or other means.
Huang Jing is a nourishing herb in traditional Chinese medicine. It has a sweet taste and neutral nature. It has the effects of nourishing Qi, nourishing Yin, invigorating the spleen, moisturizing the lungs, and nourishing the kidneys. It can be used to treat symptoms such as impotence and premature ejaculation caused by kidney Yin deficiency. The medicinal ingredients in Huang Jing can also have certain auxiliary therapeutic effects in stimulating male sexual function, relieving fatigue, and restoring energy. Therefore, Huang Jing has a certain effect in strengthening Yang.
Is Huang Jing effective in strengthening Yang?
The effect of single herb treatment is limited.
Although Huang Jing has a certain effect in strengthening Yang, the effect of single herb treatment is limited. Huang Jing is more effective in nourishing Qi and nourishing the spleen and stomach. For better kidney tonifying and Yang-strengthening effects, it is recommended to use it in combination with other kidney tonifying herbs such as Ba Ji Tian, Rou Cong Rong, and Rou Gui under the guidance of a doctor, according to individual conditions.
Does Huang Jing nourish Yin or strengthen Yang?
Huang Jing nourishes Yin.
Huang Jing mainly has the function of nourishing Yin. Its so-called Yang-strengthening effect refers to the treatment of symptoms such as impotence, nocturnal emission, premature ejaculation, soreness and weakness of the waist and knees, and fatigue caused by deficiency of kidney essence.
How to consume Huang Jing for Yang-strengthening?
Huang Jing stewed chicken
Ingredients: 100g Huang Jing, 1 chicken (about 1500g), cooking wine, salt, monosodium glutamate, sugar, scallion segments, ginger slices as needed.
Instructions:
1. Wash and cut Huang Jing into sections.
2. Slaughter the chicken, remove the feathers, wash the viscera and claws.
3. Blanch the prepared chicken in boiling water to remove blood, then remove and rinse with clean water.
4. Put the chicken, Huang Jing, and appropriate amount of water in a pot.
5. Then add cooking wine, salt, monosodium glutamate, sugar, scallion segments, and ginger slices.
6. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat until the chicken is cooked and tender.
7. Finally, remove Huang Jing, scallion, and ginger, and serve.
Huang Jing wine
Ingredients: 80g Huang Jing, 2000ml white wine.
Instructions:
1. Wash Huang Jing, slice it, and let it dry.
2. Put Huang Jing in a clean gauze bag and seal it.
3. Place the gauze bag in a wine jar and pour in the white wine.
4. Seal the jar, shake it well, and let it soak for about a month.
5. Drink 15-20ml each time, twice a day.
Contraindications of consuming Huang Jing
Not suitable for those with cold and diarrhea
Huang Jing is a nourishing herb with a greasy texture. Those with cold and diarrhea should have a light diet and avoid excessive nourishment. Consuming Huang Jing may worsen the symptoms.
Not suitable for those with dampness obstructing the middle Jiao
Huang Jing has a nourishing and sticky nature. Taking Huang Jing by those with dampness obstructing the middle Jiao will further hinder the digestion and transformation of the spleen and stomach, leading to aggravation of symptoms such as sticky stool and heavy limbs caused by phlegm-dampness accumulation.
