Tianma is a common nourishing herb, rich in nutrients, with the effects of calming wind, stopping spasms, and calming the liver and subduing yang. Can Tianma be taken for dizziness? Is Tianma effective for dizziness?
Can Tianma be taken for dizziness?
It can be taken in moderation.
Tianma is neutral in nature and sweet in taste. It belongs to the liver meridian and has the effects of calming the liver, calming wind, and stopping spasms. It is commonly used to treat dizziness, headaches, migraines, and other symptoms caused by liver yang hyperactivity. Tianma contains active ingredients such as gastrodin, Tianma polysaccharides, and gastrodin glucoside, which have the functions of protecting brain nerve cells, sedation, and analgesia. Therefore, Tianma can be taken in moderation for dizziness.
Is Tianma effective for dizziness?
It varies from person to person.
In traditional Chinese medicine, dizziness is classified into five patterns: liver yang hyperactivity, qi and blood deficiency, kidney essence insufficiency, phlegm obstruction, and blood stasis obstructing collaterals. Tianma has the effects of calming wind, stopping spasms, subduing the liver, and invigorating yang, and is mainly used to treat dizziness, blurred vision, headaches, and numbness of the limbs caused by liver yang hyperactivity. The treatment methods and efficacy of dizziness vary depending on the symptoms, so it is recommended that dizziness patients use medication under the diagnosis of a doctor.
Can children take Tianma for dizziness?
It is not recommended.
The physical development of children is not yet complete. In the case of uncertain causes, it is not recommended to use Tianma for treatment to avoid worsening the condition or causing discomfort. Common causes of dizziness in children include anemia, colds, and rhinitis. It is recommended to seek medical advice and treatment after examination.
How much Tianma is appropriate for dizziness?
3-9 grams is recommended.
Although Tianma is rich in nutrients and has the effects of enhancing immunity, lowering blood pressure, and calming the mind, it is not suitable for long-term and excessive use. Traditional Chinese medical literature records that long-term use of Tianma can cause rashes, and excessive use may cause symptoms such as chest tightness, palpitations, and rapid breathing. The recommended dosage of Tianma is 3-9 grams. Dizziness patients should use medication according to the diagnosis of a doctor.
How to take Tianma for dizziness?
Tianma and Chuanxiong Tea
Ingredients
5 grams of Tianma, 10 grams of Chuanxiong, 3 grams of Bai Zhi, 3 grams of green tea.
Instructions
1. Grind Chuanxiong, Tianma, and Bai Zhi into fine powder and mix well.
2. Put the mixed powder into a tea bag and seal it.
3. Put the tea bag and green tea into a teapot, pour boiling water, and steep for 15 minutes before drinking.
Tianma Stewed Chicken
Ingredients
Half a chicken, 10 grams of Tianma, 10 red dates, 20 wolfberries, 1 piece of ginger, 5 peppercorns.
Instructions
1. Wash the chicken and cut into pieces. Wash Tianma, slice, wash the red dates and wolfberries, and slice the ginger.
2. Boil a pot of boiling water, blanch the chicken until it changes color, then remove it.
3. Put the blanched chicken into a clay pot, pour in enough cold water at once, add ginger slices and peppercorns.
4. Boil over high heat, then simmer over medium-low heat, add Tianma, red dates, and wolfberries, cover and simmer for more than 2 hours, then add salt.
