I have been drinking Rehmannia glutinosa soaked in water these days, but I have also experienced some symptoms of excessive internal heat. I would like to ask if drinking Rehmannia glutinosa soaked in water can cause excessive internal heat?
Can drinking Rehmannia glutinosa soaked in water cause excessive internal heat?
It is possible.
Rehmannia glutinosa has a sweet, salty, and warm nature, and it enters the Kidney and Large Intestine meridians. It has the effects of warming Kidney yang, nourishing essence and blood, and moisturizing the intestines and promoting bowel movements. It is often used to treat male impotence, premature ejaculation, and infertility caused by Kidney yang deficiency, as well as menstrual disorders and infertility in women. There are some situations in which drinking Rehmannia glutinosa soaked in water may cause symptoms of excessive internal heat.
Excessive dosage
Rehmannia glutinosa has a warm nature and is a tonic herb. If Rehmannia glutinosa is taken in excessive amounts, it may lead to the accumulation of excessive internal heat in the body, causing a series of symptoms of excessive internal heat such as mouth ulcers, sore throat, dry mouth, and tongue.
People with Kidney yin deficiency taking it
Rehmannia glutinosa has a warm nature and has the effect of warming and tonifying Kidney yang. Taking Rehmannia glutinosa when there is yin deficiency will not relieve the symptoms, but may aggravate symptoms of yin deficiency such as restlessness of the five hearts, dry throat, hot flashes, and night sweats, or cause symptoms of excessive internal heat.
Can Rehmannia glutinosa be consumed when experiencing excessive internal heat?
It is not recommended.
In Chinese medicine, an imbalance of yin and yang in the body, with excessive yang and deficient yin, leads to symptoms of excessive internal heat. Rehmannia glutinosa is a warm tonic herb that has a strong effect of tonifying yang. Taking Rehmannia glutinosa when experiencing excessive internal heat will exacerbate the excessive yang in the body, which may worsen symptoms of excessive internal heat. Therefore, it is best not to drink Rehmannia glutinosa when experiencing excessive internal heat.
What to do if experiencing excessive internal heat from consuming Rehmannia glutinosa?
1. Stop using Rehmannia glutinosa immediately. In general, for mild symptoms of excessive internal heat, stopping the consumption of Rehmannia glutinosa for a period of time will naturally alleviate the symptoms without the need for special treatment.
2. Drink more water. If symptoms of excessive internal heat occur after consuming Rehmannia glutinosa, try to drink more water to dilute the concentration of Rehmannia glutinosa in the stomach and intestines, helping to alleviate discomfort.
3. Seek medical treatment. If excessive consumption of Rehmannia glutinosa leads to severe symptoms of excessive internal heat or other discomfort, it is recommended to consult a doctor for appropriate medication or other symptomatic treatment.
What is the appropriate dosage of Rehmannia glutinosa?
6-9 grams.
Rehmannia glutinosa is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb with a certain dosage requirement. Generally, the recommended dosage of Rehmannia glutinosa is 6-9 grams. Excessive consumption should be avoided to prevent discomfort and adverse effects on health.
If it is used for the treatment of a specific disease, it is recommended to consult a doctor for guidance on dosage and compatibility with other medications based on individual conditions.
Who should not drink Rehmannia glutinosa?
Minors
Rehmannia glutinosa has the effect of warming and tonifying Kidney yang, and it is a potent tonic. Minors whose physical and mental development is not yet complete should not take Rehmannia glutinosa as it is not beneficial to their own development.
People with Spleen deficiency and diarrhea
If there are symptoms such as diarrhea, loose stools, and indigestion, Rehmannia glutinosa, which has the effect of lubricating and smoothing the intestines, may aggravate the original discomfort symptoms in people with Spleen deficiency and diarrhea.
