Ginseng is a common qi-tonifying herb in traditional Chinese medicine, known for its ability to nourish qi, nourish yin, clear heat, and generate fluids. Salvia miltiorrhiza promotes blood circulation, regulates menstruation, relieves pain, and clears heat. Can ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza be taken together? What are the benefits of taking ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza together?
Can ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza be taken together?
Yes, they can be taken together.
Ginseng has a cooling nature and a slightly bitter taste. It has the functions of nourishing qi, nourishing yin, tonifying the stomach, generating fluids, and clearing heat. It is commonly used for symptoms such as qi and yin deficiency, dry mouth and throat, internal heat, excessive thirst, and heat-induced fatigue.
Salvia miltiorrhiza has a slightly cold nature and a bitter taste. It belongs to the heart and liver meridians. "Compendium of Materia Medica" records that it "promotes blood circulation, regulates the heart and blood vessels, and treats abdominal pain." Salvia miltiorrhiza promotes blood circulation, disperses blood stasis, and clears the heart. It is mainly used for chest pain, accumulations, restlessness, irregular menstruation, and painful sores.
Ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza have similar natures and tastes, and there are no contraindications to their combination. Taking them together can enhance their therapeutic effects.
Benefits of taking ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza together
Qi-tonifying and nourishing yin
Ginseng is a precious qi-tonifying herb that not only nourishes qi but also nourishes yin and moistens the lungs. It also tonifies the stomach and generates fluids. When taken together with Salvia miltiorrhiza, it can tonify qi and nourish yin, which is beneficial for conditions such as qi and yin deficiency and fatigue.
Clearing heat and relieving restlessness
"Compendium of Materia Medica" records that Salvia miltiorrhiza "treats heart and abdominal diseases, cold and heat accumulations, relieves restlessness and fullness, and replenishes qi." In addition to promoting blood circulation and dispersing blood stasis, Salvia miltiorrhiza also has the function of clearing heat and relieving restlessness. Ginseng nourishes yin, moistens the lungs, and clears heat by generating fluids. When taken together, they can be used for symptoms such as restlessness, insomnia, and heat-induced fatigue.
Promoting blood circulation and dispersing blood stasis
Salvia miltiorrhiza has excellent blood circulation-promoting effects. Ginseng contains various active ingredients that can promote blood vitality. When taken together with Salvia miltiorrhiza, it can enhance the effects of promoting blood circulation and dispersing blood stasis, and can be used for conditions such as chest pain, abdominal pain, and accumulations.
Regulating menstruation and relieving pain
Taking ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza together can tonify qi, nourish yin, clear heat, and promote blood circulation, which can help regulate menstruation and relieve pain. It has certain effects on conditions such as irregular menstruation and dysmenorrhea.
How much ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza should be taken together?
Ginseng: 3-6g; Salvia miltiorrhiza: 10-15g.
The common dosage of ginseng is 3-6g, while Salvia miltiorrhiza is 10-15g. The dosage can be adjusted according to individual needs or under the guidance of a doctor. Ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza are cool herbs, and excessive consumption may harm the spleen and stomach. Salvia miltiorrhiza also has the function of promoting blood circulation and dispersing blood stasis, so it is not suitable for pregnant women, women with heavy menstrual flow, and those without blood stasis.
How to take ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza together
Infusing ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza in water
Ingredients:
Ginseng (6g), Salvia miltiorrhiza (15g).
Instructions:
Grind both ingredients into fine powder, and take it with water two to three times a day.
Making ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza chicken soup
Ingredients:
Half a grass-fed chicken, an appropriate amount of ginseng, an appropriate amount of Salvia miltiorrhiza, salt, cooking wine.
Instructions:
1. Clean and cut the chicken into small pieces, blanch in boiling water, and then put it back into the pot with water. Add ginseng and bring to a boil.
2. Add a little cooking wine and boil again, then simmer over low heat for 2 hours.
3. Add seasoning (salt) and serve.
