Dandelion not only contains rich nutrients, but also has high medicinal value. Dandelion salad is a well-known delicacy, and there are various ways to eat dandelion. The most common one is to make dandelion water. Can dandelion water cure pharyngitis?
Can Dandelion Water Treat Pharyngitis?
It can assist in the treatment of pharyngitis.
Pharyngitis is the inflammation of the mucosa and submucosa in the throat. It can be classified into acute pharyngitis and chronic pharyngitis. Common symptoms include dry throat, itching, and cough. Dandelion is a cooling and detoxifying herb. It has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing inflammation, relieving pain, and reducing swelling. Therefore, it can play a role in assisting in the treatment of pharyngitis.
Is Dandelion Water Effective for Pharyngitis?
It has certain effects.
Dandelion has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, and it can be used to treat chronic pharyngitis. However, it is necessary to treat according to the specific condition, and it is recommended to use it under the guidance of a doctor. Dandelion can be combined with Scrophularia, Ophiopogon, and other herbs to treat yin deficiency and heat type chronic pharyngitis. Combining dandelion with chrysanthemum, bulbus fritillariae, honeysuckle, and wheat door can enhance the effectiveness of treating pharyngitis.
How to Make Dandelion Water for Pharyngitis?
Dandelion Chrysanthemum Tea
Ingredients
Dandelion, chrysanthemum, hot water.
Instructions
1. Brew dandelion and chrysanthemum with hot water once.
2. Strain the tea and remove the residue, then pour in the second round of hot water.
3. Let the water cool down and then drink. You can also add rock sugar for flavor.
Dandelion Malva Nut Tea
Ingredients
20g dried dandelion, 10g malva nut.
Instructions
1. Wash the dandelion and malva nut.
2. Put them in a cup and pour boiling water over them.
3. Cover and let it steep for 5 minutes. You can add honey for flavor.
Dandelion Honeysuckle Tea
Ingredients
30g dried dandelion, 9g honeysuckle, 5g Houttuynia cordata.
Instructions
1. Wash the ingredients and simmer them in 2 bowls of water until 1 bowl is left.
2. Drink 1 bowl daily, and continue for 2 weeks as a treatment course.
How Much Dandelion Water is Suitable for Pharyngitis?
15-30 grams is appropriate.
Dandelion is cooling and bitter in taste, with the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, and reducing inflammation. It can be combined with honeysuckle, hawthorn, chrysanthemum, and Ophiopogon to treat pharyngitis. The common dosage of dandelion for treating pharyngitis is 15-30 grams. For severe cases, it is recommended to use it under the diagnosis of a doctor.
Can Dandelion be Eaten for a Long Time with Pharyngitis?
It is not recommended to eat it for a long time.
The recurrence of pharyngitis is related to factors such as physical fitness, lifestyle habits, and dietary habits. Chronic pharyngitis should be treated specifically according to the cause. Pharyngitis patients should maintain appropriate indoor temperature and humidity, and eat light and nourishing yin foods. Dandelion is cooling and bitter in taste, and long-term consumption may cause harm to the spleen and stomach.
