I have been suffering from stomach problems for a long time. Recently, a friend gave me a box of kudzu root powder. I'm not sure if I can drink it, so I want to ask if people with stomach problems can consume kudzu root powder?
Can People with Stomach Problems Consume Kudzu Root Powder?
People with weak spleen and stomach cold type of stomach problems are not recommended to consume kudzu root powder.
Stomach problems refer to a group of diseases related to the stomach, with similar symptoms such as discomfort or pain in the upper abdomen, bloating after meals, belching, acid reflux, nausea, vomiting, etc. Traditional Chinese medicine classifies stomach problems into different types, including liver depression and qi stagnation, spleen and stomach qi deficiency, spleen and stomach cold deficiency, stomach yin deficiency, stagnation of stomach meridian, liver and stomach heat stagnation, and food stagnation.
Kudzu root powder has a sweet taste and cold nature, which has a certain stimulating effect on the intestines and stomach. It is not recommended for patients with spleen and stomach cold deficiency type of stomach problems to consume kudzu root powder. The cold nature of kudzu root powder may aggravate the stimulation to the gastrointestinal tract, leading to worsened symptoms.
How to Consume Kudzu Root Powder for Stomach Problems
Kudzu Root Powder Porridge
1. Take 200g of kudzu root powder and 300g of corn.
2. Soak the corn in water overnight and drain the water the next day.
3. Add kudzu root powder to the corn and mix well.
4. Put the mixture into a pot, add an appropriate amount of water, and cook until done.
5. You can add honey, sugar, or other seasonings to taste.
Kudzu Root Powder Tea
1. Take about 20g of kudzu root powder and put it in a bowl.
2. Add a small amount of cold water to dilute and mix well.
3. Slowly pour in boiling water while stirring until it becomes translucent.
4. It can be consumed directly or you can add honey, sugar, or other seasonings to taste.
Precautions for Consuming Kudzu Root Powder for Stomach Problems
1. Pay attention to the dosage
When consuming kudzu root powder, pay attention to the dosage. Although it does not have obvious toxic side effects, the sweet and cold nature of kudzu root powder may stimulate the intestines and stomach if taken in excess, causing gastrointestinal discomfort.
2. Avoid taking on an empty stomach
Kudzu root powder is cold in nature. Taking it on an empty stomach can easily damage the spleen and stomach, increasing the gastrointestinal stimulation, which may affect the digestive function of the intestines and stomach and cause discomfort, abdominal pain, loose stools, diarrhea, and other symptoms.
Contraindications for Consuming Kudzu Root Powder
1. Pregnant women
Pregnant women have a special constitution, and it is recommended that they consume less or avoid kudzu root powder. Excessive consumption of kudzu root powder, due to its cold nature, may affect the implantation of the embryo in the uterus or cause gastrointestinal discomfort due to the cold nature of kudzu root powder.
2. People with qi deficiency and stomach cold
People with qi deficiency and stomach cold should be cautious in consuming kudzu root powder. Due to its cold nature, kudzu root powder is a cold food and may stimulate the intestines and stomach. Consumption by people with qi deficiency and stomach cold may induce or aggravate symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and loose stools.
3. People with low blood pressure or hypoglycemia
Kudzu root powder contains puerarin, which can lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels to some extent. Therefore, it is recommended that people with low blood pressure or hypoglycemia consume less kudzu root powder to avoid dizziness, palpitations, and other discomfort.
Tips for Stomach Health
1. Maintain a regular diet
People with stomach problems should have regular meals and eat in moderation. They should eat at scheduled times and avoid overeating to maintain the regular activity of the intestines and stomach.
2. Optimal temperature
When eating, pay attention to the temperature of the food. Avoid eating food that is too hot or too cold, as they may irritate the gastric mucosa and cause discomfort.
3. Chew food thoroughly
People with stomach problems should chew their food thoroughly and eat slowly. Chewing food thoroughly can reduce the burden on the stomach to some extent. In addition, the saliva secreted during chewing also has a protective effect on the gastric mucosa.
4. Avoid cold exposure
Cold stimulation can slow down gastric activity and may even cause gastric spasms. Therefore, people with stomach problems should pay attention to protecting their stomachs and avoid exposure to cold.
5. Supplement vitamin C
People with stomach problems can consume fresh fruits and vegetables in moderation to supplement vitamin C because vitamin C has a certain protective effect on the stomach, can effectively promote gastric function, and relieve discomfort.
6. Avoid spicy and irritating foods
People with stomach problems are advised not to smoke, as smoking can cause vasoconstriction in the stomach, affect blood supply to the gastric wall, reduce the resistance of the gastric mucosa, and worsen discomfort. In addition, alcoholic beverages and spicy foods should also be consumed in moderation to avoid aggravating gastrointestinal irritation.
7. Moderate exercise
People with stomach problems should engage in moderate physical exercise, as appropriate physical activity can promote intestinal peristalsis and digestive function, reducing the burden on the stomach to some extent.
