Baiguo, also known as ginkgo fruit, is commonly seen in daily life. It is rich in nutrients and has a unique taste, which makes it loved by many people. Many people claim that baiguo can treat leukorrhea. Is this true? How should baiguo be consumed to treat leukorrhea?
Can baiguo treat leukorrhea?
Yes, it can.
Baiguo has a neutral nature with a bitter and astringent taste. It has the effects of nourishing the lungs, relieving asthma, and stopping excessive discharge and frequent urination. It is mainly used to treat asthma, cough, leukorrhea, and frequent urination. Therefore, baiguo can be used to treat leukorrhea.
Is consuming baiguo alone effective in treating leukorrhea?
Limited effectiveness of single herb treatment
Leukorrhea can be classified into types such as liver fire, spleen deficiency, and damp-heat. Although baiguo has the effect of stopping excessive discharge, relying solely on the effectiveness of a single herb is limited. It is recommended to seek medical advice and use a personalized treatment based on the diagnosis. Baiguo can be combined with shanyao, qianshi, huangbo, and other herbs for the treatment of liver fire-type leukorrhea, which is characterized by yellowish discharge, excessive amount, foul odor, increased or prolonged menstrual flow, and other symptoms.
How to consume baiguo for the treatment of leukorrhea?
Baiguo and shanyao porridge
Ingredients
200g of rice, 150g of shanyao, 30g of baiguo, 15g of qianshi.
Instructions
1. Peel and dice the shanyao. Wash the rice and cook it in a pot with water until it is 50% cooked.
2. Add the diced shanyao, stir, and bring it to a boil. Cook until it is 70% cooked.
3. Add the qianshi, stir, and then add the baiguo. Cook until it is fully cooked and the porridge is thick. Serve in bowls.
Qianshi and baiguo porridge
Ingredients
100g of glutinous rice, 50g of qianshi, 50g of baiguo, 50g of white sugar.
Instructions
1. Wash the glutinous rice and soak it in cold water for 3 hours. Drain the water and set it aside.
2. Boil the baiguo in a pot until it is cooked. Peel off the skin, remove the ends, and take out the baiguo kernel.
4. Add about 2000ml of cold water to the pot, add the qianshi and glutinous rice, and bring it to a boil over high heat.
5. Reduce the heat and simmer until it becomes porridge. Add the baiguo and season with white sugar.
Can baiguo be consumed every day?
It is not recommended to consume it every day.
Although baiguo is rich in nutrients and has high nutritional value, it can stop excessive discharge, promote diuresis, and relieve cough. It also has certain effects in preventing cardiovascular diseases, preventing senile dementia, and treating hypertension and hyperlipidemia. However, baiguo is toxic, and excessive consumption can lead to poisoning. Eating it every day does not enhance its medicinal effects and may cause discomfort.
Precautions when consuming baiguo
1. Consume in moderation
Baiguo contains toxic substances such as ginkgolic acid and ginkgolides. Excessive consumption can lead to poisoning, with symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and limb stiffness.
2. Not suitable for pregnant women
Baiguo has certain toxicity and is not beneficial for fetal development when consumed by pregnant women. Excessive consumption can even lead to fetal malformations.
3. Consume correctly
Although baiguo is toxic, its toxicity can be reduced by soaking and cooking. The seed coat and baiguo kernel should be removed before consumption.
