The main function of Astragalus is to tonify the middle and replenish qi. After taking it, it can not only treat the condition of qi deficiency, but also have effects such as preventing colds and beauty. It is a popular tonic herb for many people. Astragalus has been used in China for more than two thousand years and has been loved by many Chinese people. Although there are many benefits to the body after taking Astragalus, not everyone is suitable for it. Today, I will talk about the taboos of drinking Astragalus infused water. Let's take a look!
[Taboos of drinking Astragalus infused water]
Many people like to drink Astragalus infused water in their daily lives, especially many women like to soak Astragalus with red dates and wolfberries. This can not only enhance the physique, but also improve the complexion. However, the amount of Astragalus used each time should not exceed 15 grams, and it should be taken in two or three doses to avoid overdose. If Astragalus is used excessively, patients may experience dizziness, poor sleep quality, flushed cheeks, and irritability.
Traditional Chinese medicine tells us that drinking Astragalus infused water does not have any side effects, but why do some people feel uncomfortable after taking excessive amounts? This is mainly because excessive Astragalus disrupts the balance of the internal environment, leading to various discomforts.
Astragalus can improve memory decline, dizziness, and fatigue, but if you regularly overdose on Astragalus water, it will not improve dizziness and may even worsen the condition. Excessive consumption of Astragalus, a warm tonic Chinese herb, can cause irritability and flushed cheeks.
Although we say that in order to achieve the best health effects, it is recommended to drink a cup of Astragalus water every day, it is better to divide it into two or three doses, and not drink it all at once. In addition, it is best to control the amount of Astragalus infused water at about 15 grams each time, but some online recipes suggest using about 20-30 grams, which needs to be analyzed based on specific situations. In addition, the amount of Astragalus used for infusing water and cooking porridge is different. If it is for infusing water, it is the 15 grams mentioned above, and if it is for cooking porridge, it is best to use about 50 grams. In fact, whether you are cooking porridge or infusing water, the amount of Astragalus has specific regulations, so be careful not to exceed the recommended dosage!
[People who should not drink Astragalus infused water]
Astragalus is a natural Chinese herb and is commonly used by soaking, cooking porridge, and making soup. Although the effects of Astragalus and ginseng are the same, the price difference is huge, so ordinary families prefer to choose Astragalus as a daily health herb. But it should be noted that Astragalus is not suitable for daily use, and not everyone can drink it. Specifically:
1. Patients with kidney yin deficiency, damp heat, and excessive heat should not drink Astragalus infused water, because it will not help the body recover and may worsen the condition. For this type of patient, Huanglian, Dahuang, Biejiaocao, and Zhizi should be soaked together and taken, and Astragalus should not be chosen.
2. If you have tuberculosis, with symptoms such as coughing up blood, dry mouth, and fever, it is not recommended to drink Astragalus infused water alone. You should use appropriate Chinese herbal medicine according to the specific situation.
3. Women during menstruation should not drink Astragalus infused water, as it may have adverse effects on menstruation and the body.
4. Patients with colds and fever should not drink Astragalus, as it is not conducive to reducing body temperature;
5. Pregnant women need to be particularly careful when taking Astragalus, as it may cause miscarriage and harm the fetus and pregnant women. Especially for expectant mothers in the late pregnancy, extra caution is needed. If pregnant women accidentally use Astragalus, it may cause a decrease in amniotic fluid in the body, which may increase the duration of labor, posing a risk to the fetus. In addition, research results show that after taking Astragalus, there will be an increase in chromosomal abnormalities and cell micronucleus rate, which will cause damage to the future child's physical and intellectual development. Therefore, women who are preparing for pregnancy or are pregnant need to be cautious when taking Astragalus.
[Editor's recommendation]
There are many methods for drinking Astragalus infused water. In addition to directly soaking Astragalus, you can also combine it with other Chinese herbs or herbal teas, such as red dates, Schisandra, licorice, cinnamon twig, safflower, wolfberry, and rose. Soaking Astragalus with red dates and wolfberries can effectively enhance the physique, improve vision, and nourish the blood, which is very suitable for white-collar workers. You can also directly brew Astragalus with hot water, which can not only make the body more energetic, but also improve the physique and make the skin fairer. It's a win-win situation.
