During the course of taking traditional Chinese medicine, doctors often advise against drinking strong tea. So, can you drink tea when taking Codonopsis pilosula? And how long after taking Codonopsis pilosula can you drink tea?
Can you drink tea when taking Codonopsis pilosula?
It is not recommended to drink tea.
During the course of taking traditional Chinese medicine, it is important to have a light diet and avoid spicy, greasy, and stimulating foods in order to avoid irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. It is not recommended to drink tea when taking Codonopsis pilosula because strong tea contains a large amount of tannic acid, which can react with the active ingredients in the herbal medicine.
What happens if you drink tea immediately after taking Codonopsis pilosula?
1. Impairs drug absorption
The tannic acid in strong tea has astringent properties, and drinking tea while taking Codonopsis pilosula is not conducive to the effectiveness of the herb and can also affect the efficacy of the tea itself.
2. Irritates the gastrointestinal tract
The components in tea can react with the active ingredients in Codonopsis pilosula, forming insoluble precipitates that can cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract, leading to symptoms such as stomach pain and acid reflux if consumed over a long period of time.
What should you do if you drink tea after taking Codonopsis pilosula?
If you experience mild discomfort after drinking tea after taking Codonopsis pilosula, simply stop drinking tea and there is no need to worry. If you experience severe symptoms that do not improve, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately and avoid self-medication to avoid worsening the condition.
How long after taking Codonopsis pilosula can you drink tea?
It is recommended to wait 1-2 hours.
Many people believe that they cannot drink tea after taking Codonopsis pilosula, but this is actually a misunderstanding. It is advisable to wait 1-2 hours after taking Codonopsis pilosula before drinking tea. This way, you can avoid any chemical reactions between the tea and Codonopsis pilosula and also ensure the absorption of the herb's effectiveness without compromising the nutritional value of the tea.
What can you drink with Codonopsis pilosula?
Codonopsis and Astragalus Tea
Ingredients
8g Codonopsis (fried), 8g Astragalus (honey-fried), 8g Atractylodes (fried), 10g Longan flesh.
Instructions
1. Crush the Astragalus, Codonopsis, and Atractylodes together and place them in a gauze bag, tightly tie the bag.
2. Cut the Longan flesh into thin slices and put it in a thermos with the gauze bag.
3. Pour in a suitable amount of boiling water, cover and steep for 20 to 30 minutes before drinking.
Codonopsis and Malt Tea
Ingredients
15g Codonopsis (fried), 12g Atractylodes (fried), 20g Malt (fried).
Instructions
1. Put all the ingredients in a tea bag and place it in a teapot.
2. Brew with boiling water, let it steep for 20-30 minutes before pouring and drinking.
Codonopsis and Polygonum Multiflorum Tea
Ingredients
30g Codonopsis, 30g Polygonum Multiflorum (fried), 30ml Honey.
Instructions
1. Slice the Codonopsis and Polygonum Multiflorum and put them in a pot.
2. Add an appropriate amount of water, decoct twice, each time for 40 minutes.
3. Combine the two decoctions, add honey for flavoring, and take it in divided doses in the morning and afternoon.
