Tianma is a common medicinal herb with a sweet taste and neutral nature. It has the effects of soothing the liver, extinguishing wind, and stopping spasms. It can be used to treat headaches. Can Tianma be soaked in water and consumed?
Can Tianma be soaked in water?
Yes, it can.
Tianma is the dried rhizome of the orchid family plant Tianma. It has a solid and heavy texture and can be ground into powder for consumption, decoction, pill formation, or dispersing. Although Tianma has a thick texture, soaking it directly in water is not conducive to the extraction of its components. However, slicing Tianma can solve this problem, and the medicinal effect will not be affected.
What are the benefits of soaking Tianma in water?
Soothing the liver and extinguishing wind
Tianma has the effect of soothing the liver and extinguishing wind, and can be used to treat headaches, migraines, numbness of limbs, childhood convulsions, and epileptic seizures. When Tianma is used for excessive liver yang, it is often combined with Gouteng, Chuanxiong, and Shijueming. When used in medicinal diets, it can be paired with fish head to enhance the effect of relieving dizziness and headaches.
Enhancing immunity
Tianma polysaccharides can enhance non-specific and specific immune functions of the body. Regular consumption of Tianma can improve immunity and enhance the body's disease resistance.
Protecting the cardiovascular system
Tianma can protect myocardial cells, fight against myocardial ischemia, and has certain effects on the heart. It can also inhibit platelet aggregation and blood clotting, and has an auxiliary antihypertensive effect. Taking Tianma can protect the cardiovascular system.
Improving memory
Tianma contains effective components such as gastrodin, vanillin, and Tianma polysaccharides. It has sedative and anticonvulsant effects and can protect brain nerve cells. It has the effects of improving memory and delaying aging.
How much Tianma should be used for soaking in water?
3-9 grams.
Although Tianma is valuable, its medicinal value is very high. It can be used for the treatment of headaches, hypertension, epilepsy, stroke, and other diseases. When Tianma is combined with other herbs and used according to the treatment course, the effect will be more significant. Generally speaking, the recommended dosage of Tianma for soaking in water is 3-9 grams. It is not advisable to take excessive amounts to avoid discomfort.
Can soaked Tianma be consumed overnight?
It is not recommended.
Tianma contains various effective components, and it is best to consume it immediately after soaking to facilitate the absorption of its medicinal properties. Storing it overnight may lead to bacterial growth and spoilage, which can cause gastrointestinal discomfort when consumed. Moreover, the effective components may undergo reactions and reduce their efficacy.
What can Tianma be soaked with?
Tianma Chuanxiong Tea.
Ingredients:
5 grams of Tianma, 10 grams of Chuanxiong, 3 grams of Bai Zhi, 3 grams of green tea.
Instructions:
1. Grind Chuanxiong, Tianma, and Bai Zhi into fine powder, and mix well.
2. Put the mixed powder into a tea bag and seal it.
3. Put the tea bag and green tea into a teapot, pour in boiling water, let it steep for 15 minutes, and then consume.
