Ginseng is a nourishing herb that can replenish qi and nourish yin. It has various benefits such as enhancing immunity, anti-aging, improving memory, and relieving fatigue. It is a commonly used health tonic. So, can ginseng be consumed for acne?
Can ginseng be consumed for acne?
Acne is related to factors such as hormonal imbalances, spicy and irritating diet, excessive sebum secretion, and clogged pores. It is important to maintain personal hygiene and have a light diet, including more vegetables and fruits. Ginseng has a cool nature and a slightly bitter taste. It is a qi-tonifying and yin-nourishing herb. Consuming an appropriate amount of ginseng for acne will not worsen the condition.
How much ginseng should be consumed for acne?
2-3 times a week, 3-6 grams each time.
Ginseng has the effects of replenishing qi and nourishing yin, tonifying the stomach and generating body fluids, and clearing heat and relieving restlessness. It is suitable for symptoms such as qi and yin deficiency, internal heat and thirst, dry mouth and throat, and exhaustion due to deficiency heat. Generally, consuming ginseng 2-3 times a week, with a dosage of 3-6 grams each time, is sufficient.
Does consuming ginseng cause acne?
Possibly.
Ginseng is a qi-tonifying herb. Excessive consumption may lead to excessive nourishment, which can in turn cause acne. Ginseng is suitable for treating heat-related conditions, such as dry mouth and restlessness, facial redness, warm palms, and fatigue. Using ginseng without targeting the specific symptoms may also lead to acne. It is not recommended for individuals with symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, or edema.
What to do if ginseng causes acne?
Stop consuming immediately.
If it is confirmed that ginseng is causing acne, it is important to stop consuming ginseng immediately. Drink plenty of warm water, maintain a light diet, avoid spicy, irritating, and greasy foods, and consume more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins. Maintain regular exercise and a regular daily routine, and try to avoid staying up late. After a period of time, the acne symptoms will naturally subside.
What herbal medicine can treat acne?
In traditional Chinese medicine, acne is classified into three types: damp-heat accumulation type, spleen deficiency with dampness type, and liver stagnation and qi stagnation type.
Damp-heat accumulation type
Common symptoms of damp-heat accumulation type include dry mouth, bitter taste, dry and hard stools, and dark urine. Treatment should focus on clearing heat and promoting diuresis. Herbs such as dandelion, violet, poria cocos, plantain, rhubarb, gardenia, coix seed, and Chinese yam can be used.
Spleen deficiency with dampness type
The main symptoms of spleen deficiency with dampness type include bloating, poor appetite, and white and greasy tongue coating. Treatment should focus on strengthening the spleen and resolving dampness. Commonly used Chinese herbs include pinellia ternata, tangerine peel, poria cocos, coix seed, Chinese yam, hyacinth bean, and water plantain.
Liver stagnation and qi stagnation type
The liver stagnation and qi stagnation type is associated with emotional changes causing liver stagnation and qi stagnation. Common symptoms include insomnia, irritability, dry mouth, and red eyes. Treatment should focus on soothing the liver and regulating qi. Herbs such as fingered citron, white peony root, bupleurum, turmeric, bitter orange, summer cypress, and tangerine peel can be used.
