Jin Yin Hua, also known as honeysuckle, is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicinal herb. Many people use Jin Yin Hua to make tea, soak in baths, or soak their feet. But how long should Jin Yin Hua be boiled for the best results?
How long should Jin Yin Hua be boiled?
Around 10-15 minutes.
Jin Yin Hua has long been regarded as an excellent herb for clearing heat and detoxifying the body. It has a sweet and cool nature with a fragrant aroma, which can clear heat without damaging the stomach and expel pathogenic factors. It can disperse wind-heat, clear blood toxins, and is suitable for treating various types of heat syndromes. However, when boiling Jin Yin Hua, it is not recommended to boil it for too long. Jin Yin Hua is an exterior-releasing herb, and its medicinal components are easily extracted. Generally, boiling it for 10-15 minutes will result in the most aromatic and effective brew. If boiled for too long, the medicinal effects may be lost.
How to boil Jin Yin Hua for tea
Steps:
1. Put an appropriate amount of Jin Yin Hua in a cloth bag and tie it tightly.
2. Place the cloth bag in a clay pot and add water.
3. Boil on high heat, then simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Remove the cloth bag and collect the herbal liquid.
Note: If using Jin Yin Hua for external use, a larger amount is recommended. If using Jin Yin Hua for internal use, the suggested dosage is around 10-30 grams.
Precautions when boiling Jin Yin Hua for tea
1. Avoid using iron utensils
Jin Yin Hua is a medicinal herb, and it is generally recommended to use clay pots or ceramic pots for boiling. Iron utensils are not recommended as the medicinal components may react with the iron, leading to a decrease in effectiveness or the production of harmful substances.
2. Avoid adding cold water
After boiling Jin Yin Hua, if it is for external use, it is recommended to let the herbal liquid cool naturally or add warm water to cool it down. It is not recommended to add cold water directly, as it may affect the medicinal effectiveness.
How to use Jin Yin Hua tea
Internal use
Jin Yin Hua has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying the body. Internally, Jin Yin Hua tea can be used to treat various heat-related symptoms such as body heat, rashes, skin eruptions, heat-related sores and abscesses, and sore throat.
Bathing
Jin Yin Hua tea can be used for bathing babies or adults. Due to its strong heat-clearing, detoxifying, and antibacterial properties, it can be helpful in treating diaper rash in babies and eczema in adults.
Facial cleansing
Jin Yin Hua tea has heat-clearing, detoxifying, and antibacterial effects. Acne is a common inflammatory skin condition, and using Jin Yin Hua tea for facial cleansing can be beneficial for treating acne.
Precautions when drinking Jin Yin Hua tea
1. Pay attention to the dosage
The recommended dosage of Jin Yin Hua is 10-30 grams. Due to its cool nature, it is not advisable to consume large amounts as it may stimulate the digestive system and cause discomfort, diarrhea, or loose stools.
2. Avoid long-term consumption
Although Jin Yin Hua does not have obvious toxic side effects, it is not recommended for long-term consumption. Its cool nature may impair the function of the spleen and stomach.
3. Avoid consumption during menstruation
Due to its cool nature, it is best for women to avoid consuming Jin Yin Hua tea during menstruation as it may affect the flow of menstrual blood and lead to blood clotting or painful menstrual symptoms.
4. Not suitable for those with weak spleen and stomach
Those with weak spleen and stomach should avoid drinking Jin Yin Hua tea. Its cool nature may aggravate gastrointestinal irritation and worsen symptoms such as indigestion and loose stools.
