Dandelion is a relatively common plant, generally we see the dandelion in life may be the seeds, but dandelion is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine, general dandelion is used in traditional Chinese medicine may be the main use of dandelion plants, so generally will not use the seeds of the treatment of disease. So, what are the effects of dandelion in general as well as eating taboos?

1, the role of dandelion

Dandelion is a perennial herb belonging to the family of Asteraceae, its taste is bitter, sweet, cold. It is mainly used to treat sore throat, yellow heat of dampness and heat, hot lymphatic astringent pain and other conditions.

Dandelion plant contains dandelion alcohol, dandelionin, choline, organic acids, inulin and other nutrients, with diuretic, diaphoretic, jaundice, cholagogue and other effects.

At the same time, dandelion also contains protein, fat, carbohydrates, trace elements and vitamins and other nutrients.

2, dandelion eating

Dandelion can be eaten raw, fried food, soup, is a medicinal plant.

Here are a few dandelion remedies:

1, dandelion tea

Raw materials: dandelion, rock sugar, each appropriate amount.

Method of production: add a suitable amount of water to the pot, and then put the dandelion, martial arts fire decoction for 15-20 minutes. Strain out the juice and flavor it with the right amount of rock sugar. Drink warmly instead of tea, 2 doses daily.

Effects: This formula can cool down the temperature, eliminate heat, and can relieve colds and headaches and fever symptoms, long-term consumption can also refresh the brain, lower cholesterol.

2, dandelion honey tea

Raw materials: dandelion dry 1, honey, appropriate amount.

Method of production: put dandelion into the cup, pour boiling water, cover and steep for about 10 minutes, until the tea is warm and hot, mix in honey can be.

Nutritional effects: dandelion has a significant fire diuretic effect, very suitable for people with edema or kidney stones to take, dandelion has the role of strengthening the liver, can reduce cholesterol, but also can relieve indigestion, constipation and other symptoms.

3, contraindications

1, dandelion belongs to the cold ingredients, weak stomach cold friends should not be eaten, so as not to aggravate the body's cold, which leads to diarrhea, indigestion and other symptoms,

2, allergic to the crowd, if consumed, dandelion allergic symptoms should immediately stop eating.

3, yang deficiency external cold, spleen and stomach weak friends avoid eating, so as not to aggravate the condition.