Tianma is a commonly used herb for treating dizziness and headache. It has a thick texture and is often steamed and sliced for consumption, or ground into powder and taken orally. When is the best time to take Tianma powder? How much Tianma powder should be taken in a day?
When is the best time to take Tianma powder?
One hour after a meal.
Tianma is neutral in nature and has a sweet taste. It belongs to the liver meridian and has the effects of calming wind, stopping spasms, soothing the liver, and expelling wind and promoting blood circulation. It is used to treat symptoms such as dizziness, numbness in limbs, epileptic seizures, infantile convulsions, and tetanus. Taking Tianma powder one hour after a meal is more conducive to the absorption of its medicinal effects and will not cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
How much Tianma powder should be taken in a day?
3-9 grams is recommended.
Tianma contains active ingredients such as tianmasu, tianma polysaccharides, and tianma glycosides. It has sedative, anti-convulsant, anti-dizziness, and blood pressure lowering effects. Taking it in moderate amounts can effectively relieve symptoms such as dizziness, headache, and migraines. The recommended dosage of Tianma powder is 3-9 grams. Excessive dosage should be avoided to prevent discomfort such as chest tightness, palpitations, rapid heartbeat, nausea, and vomiting.
Can Tianma powder be taken on an empty stomach?
In moderation.
The timing of medication should be determined based on the condition. Tianma has the function of nourishing and replenishing the body and can be taken on an empty stomach, but the dosage should be noted. Taking it on an empty stomach generally means one hour before breakfast or one hour after dinner. If Tianma is used to treat physical discomfort, it is recommended to use it under the guidance of a doctor.
How long does it take for Tianma powder to take effect?
It varies from person to person.
Although Tianma has high medicinal value, its specific efficacy varies from person to person. Different conditions will have different methods of medication, dosage, and efficacy. Moreover, Tianma has certain contraindications, such as caution for those with blood deficiency or yin deficiency. It is recommended to use it targeted for specific symptoms to prevent worsening of the condition or discomfort.
What are the ways to consume Tianma powder?
Tianma steamed pigeon
Ingredients
1 pigeon, 1 tablespoon of Tianma powder, 6 red dates, 1 tablespoon of goji berries, 6 slices of American ginseng.
Instructions
1. Gut and clean the pigeon, removing any unnecessary organs;
2. Put cooking wine, salt, Tianma powder, scallion segments, red dates, goji berries, and American ginseng in a bowl. Steam in a steamer for 2 hours, then remove.
Tianma brain with cauliflower
Ingredients
200g pork brain, 10g Tianma powder, 5g cooking wine, 3g salt, 5g scallions, 5g ginger, 2g Sichuan peppercorns, 1g MSG, 1g white pepper.
Instructions
1. Gently remove the membranes from the pork brain. In a pot, pour in water and add cooking wine and a little salt. Boil the pork brain in the water;
2. After boiling, remove the pork brain and place it in a pre-prepared clay pot filled with clear water. Add ginger slices, Tianma powder, Sichuan peppercorns, and scallion segments. Then, cook over high heat;
3. After boiling, skim off the foam, switch to low heat, and continue cooking for about ten minutes. Add a little salt, MSG, and white pepper.
