The functions of Violet Herb are many, commonly used to treat pharyngitis, dysentery, jaundice and other diseases. There are also many methods of using Violet Herb, and some people have doubts about using Violet Herb to brew water, thinking that Violet Herb is not suitable for drinking. Is this really the case?
Can Violet Herb be brewed and consumed?
The active ingredients of Violet Herb, such as musizin, apigenin, and quercetin, can dissolve in hot water in small amounts, and can achieve the effect of clearing heat and detoxification. Therefore, it is possible to brew and drink Violet Herb, but the premise is to remove the dried Violet Herb, because the active ingredients in dried Violet Herb are more easily combined with water molecules in hot water and separated.
Other ways to consume Violet Herb
Violet Herb and Dandelion brewed in water
Brewing Violet Herb and Dandelion in water can promote blood circulation and detoxification. The effect is more obvious compared to using Violet Herb alone. It is suitable for treating mastitis and diseases caused by blood stasis, as well as hot urine, redness, swelling, and pain.
Violet Herb and Honeysuckle brewed in water
Violet Herb and Honeysuckle have similar effects, but they complement each other. Although both have the property of clearing heat and detoxification, Violet Herb mainly cools blood and reduces swelling, while Honeysuckle focuses on clearing heat and detoxification. Brewing them together to make tea is more effective in treating symptoms such as sore throat, toothache, and hoarseness caused by excessive internal heat.
Who is suitable for drinking Violet Herb brewed water?
Violet Herb has the effects of clearing heat and detoxification, cooling blood, and reducing swelling. It can be used to treat diseases such as jaundice, red and swollen eyes, mastitis, and snake bites. Drinking Violet Herb tea is suitable for people who often use their eyes, are prone to internal heat, have inflammation in the throat, and are prone to heat stroke.
Precautions when brewing Violet Herb water
1. Violet Herb has a cool and cold nature and is not suitable for people with deficient yang constitution.
2. Violet Herb has a bitter taste. When brewing tea, you can add some rock sugar to adjust the bitterness.
