My father takes some Sanqi powder every day for health and wellness, but recently I heard someone say that Sanqi powder can be harmful to the liver. I want to verify if this is true.
Does Sanqi Powder Damage the Liver?
Sanqi powder itself does not harm the liver.
Sanqi powder has a slightly bitter taste and warm nature. It has the effects of promoting blood circulation, stopping bleeding, and relieving pain. It can be used to treat various internal and external bleeding, bruises, hypertension, coronary heart disease, and other conditions. It has high medicinal and health value. Taking Sanqi powder in moderate amounts will not cause damage to the liver. However, long-term excessive use may potentially affect liver health.
How Much Sanqi Powder Should be Taken?
1-3 grams.
It is generally recommended to take about 1-3 grams of Sanqi powder. Although it does not have obvious toxic side effects, it can stimulate the nervous system. Excessive intake may lead to nervous excitement, restlessness, and other symptoms. In addition, Sanqi powder needs to be metabolized by the liver and kidneys, so long-term excessive intake is not conducive to the health of the liver and kidneys.
Can People with Poor Liver Function Take Sanqi Powder?
Yes, they can.
Sanqi powder has the effects of promoting blood circulation, nourishing blood, dispersing stasis, and promoting new tissue growth. It can to some extent increase blood flow in the liver, improve blood viscosity, maintain smooth blood vessels, promote the elimination of liver toxins, and thus reduce liver damage. Therefore, it is suitable for people with poor liver function to take Sanqi powder.
Who Should Not Take Sanqi Powder?
Pregnant Women
Pregnant women should not take Sanqi powder because it promotes blood circulation and stasis resolution. Taking blood circulation-promoting drugs can stimulate uterine blood vessels, which may cause discomfort in the abdomen and even miscarriage.
Women During Menstruation
Sanqi powder has the effect of promoting blood circulation and stasis resolution. Taking it during menstruation may increase menstrual flow. Even women with light menstrual flow should consult a doctor for detailed dosage and compatibility when taking Sanqi powder during menstruation.
People with Wind-Heat Cold
Sanqi powder has warm properties. Taking it after being diagnosed with symptoms of wind-heat cold, such as fever, red and swollen throat, yellow phlegm, and sticky texture, may worsen the cold symptoms and prolong the duration of the cold.
How to Take Sanqi Powder?
Raw Consumption of Sanqi Powder
1. Take about 1.5 grams of Sanqi powder and put it into the mouth.
2. Take it directly with warm water or honey water.
3. Take it once in the morning and once in the evening.
Cooked Consumption of Sanqi Powder
Ingredients: 3-5 grams of Sanqi powder, 1000 grams of chicken, ginger slices as needed, red dates as needed.
1. Blanch the chicken and ginger slices in water to remove blood.
2. Remove the chicken and rinse it clean.
3. Put the chicken, ginger slices, and red dates into a stewing pot and cook until done.
4. Stir in the Sanqi powder before removing the pot.
