Wuzizi can be used to treat symptoms such as chronic cough due to lung deficiency, spontaneous sweating, night sweats, palpitations, and insomnia. However, Wuzizi is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb, so what should it not be taken with?
What not to take with Wuzizi
Wuzizi has a sour and sweet taste, warm in nature, and has the effects of astringing, tonifying qi and generating fluids, nourishing the kidneys, and calming the mind. It can be used to treat symptoms such as chronic cough and wheezing, nocturnal emission, frequent urination, persistent diarrhea, spontaneous sweating, fluid damage with thirst, palpitations, and insomnia. Wuzizi itself does not have significant toxic side effects, there are no obvious contraindications in terms of medicinal properties, and no obvious food incompatibilities. When using, pay attention to the dosage and contraindications for specific populations.
What can be taken with Wuzizi
Wuzizi and Gouqi
Ingredients: 6g Wuzizi, 6g Gouqi.
Instructions:
1. Crush the Wuzizi and place it in a cup.
2. Add Gouqi and pour boiling water into the cup.
3. Cover the cup and steep for about 15 minutes.
4. During this time, you can add water 2-3 times and drink it as a substitute for tea.
Wuzizi and Dazao
Ingredients: 10g Wuzizi, 10g Dazao, 100g polished rice, appropriate amount of rock sugar.
Instructions:
1. Crush the Wuzizi, remove the pits from the Dazao.
2. Wash the polished rice, add Wuzizi and Dazao to the pot.
3. Pour an appropriate amount of water and cook the porridge.
4. After the porridge is cooked, add an appropriate amount of rock sugar and cook for about 5 minutes.
5. Take once in the morning and evening.
Wuzizi and honey
Instructions:
1. Take about 3g of Wuzizi and 20g of honey.
2. Grind the Wuzizi into a fine powder.
3. Then add honey and mix well.
4. It can be consumed directly or mixed with warm water and taken.
5. Take 3 times a day.
What to pay attention to when taking Wuzizi
1. Pay attention to the dosage
The general medicinal dosage of Wuzizi is 2-6g. Since Wuzizi is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb, excessive intake should be avoided. If a single dose exceeds 13-18g, it may cause symptoms such as burning sensation in the stomach, belching, acid reflux, nausea, and vomiting. If it is used to treat a specific disease, it is recommended to consult a doctor for detailed dosage guidance.
2. Prevent allergies
A small percentage of people may experience allergies or adverse reactions when taking Wuzizi, such as hives, fever, headaches, nausea, etc. If you are unsure if you are allergic to it, you can start by taking a small amount of Wuzizi and observe for about 1 hour. If there are no adverse reactions, you can continue taking it.
Who should not take Wuzizi
People with early-stage cough
Wuzizi has a sour taste and has a strong astringent effect on the lungs. It is good at treating chronic cough and cough due to deficiency. However, for those with early-stage cough caused by external factors, the treatment should focus on dispersing and expelling pathogens. Taking Wuzizi may cause the pathogenic energy to be trapped in the body, worsening symptoms such as cough and headache.
People with early-stage skin rash
During the early stage of a skin rash, it is not advisable to take Wuzizi because the treatment at this stage should focus on dispersing and promoting the eruption of the rash. Wuzizi has a contracting effect, and taking it during the early stage of a skin rash can cause the pathogenic energy to stagnate in the body, leading to worsening symptoms.
