Houttuynia cordata is a food with high medicinal value. It can also be said that Houttuynia cordata is a medicinal material. In fact, many people know that eating Houttuynia cordata has benefits, but the The taste is really unacceptable. Of course, people who pay attention to health may often drink Houttuynia cordata soaked in water. So what are the side effects of drinking Houttuynia cordata soaked in water? Are there any side effects of soaking Houttuynia cordata in water?
1. Bad breath
As its name suggests, Houttuynia Cordata has a strong fishy smell. After taking Houttuynia cordata soaked in water, your breath will become smelly, which is difficult to get rid of in a short period of time.
2. Allergy
Some people will have some allergic reactions when drinking Houttuynia cordata soaked in water or injecting Houttuynia cordata injection. The main manifestation is drug-induced dermatitis in the body. and other symptoms. Therefore, people with allergic constitution must pay special attention when taking Houttuynia cordata soaked in water. If you are allergic to Houttuynia cordata, you should seek medical treatment immediately and stop eating Houttuynia cordata, otherwise it may lead to serious consequences.
3. Cause diarrhea
Houttuynia cordata is pungent in taste, cold in nature, and returns to the lung meridian. Since Houttuynia Cordata is cool in nature, it is more suitable for people with lung-heat constitution. For ordinary people, taking too much Houttuynia Cordata soaked in water is likely to cause body cold, which may cause diarrhea and other symptoms. Therefore, you should drink Houttuynia cordata in water in moderation and not drink too much.
4. Causes spleen and stomach deficiency and coldness
Fishy and slightly cold, taking too much will cause spleen and stomach deficiency and coldness, thereby causing stomach diseases and physical weakness. In daily life, when consuming Houttuynia cordata, you must consider your physical fitness and consume it in an appropriate amount. Especially for children, the amount must be strictly controlled.
5. Cause local pain
Houttuynia cordata itself is toxic, but generally this toxicity is not very harmful to the human body. But sometimes it can cause local pain. Therefore, the consumption of Houttuynia Cordata must be within the appropriate range and cannot be excessive.
6. How to soak Houttuynia cordata in water
Ingredients: Houttuynia cordata
Method:
1. Rinse well, then drain and set aside.
2. Mash Houttuynia cordata, then add it to boiling water and cook.
3. After the water is boiled, the Houttuynia cordata residue can be removed, leaving the water, which can be consumed later.
Efficacy: It has good heat-clearing, detoxifying, diuretic and pus-removing effects.
7. Precautions
Houttuynia cordata is a Chinese medicinal material that is very beneficial to our body, but when using it, we must control the amount and consider ourselves. physique to avoid side effects that may harm your health.
8. How to eat Houttuynia cordata
(1) Houttuynia cordata tea
Take 500 grams of Houttuynia cordata, remove impurities, wash it, put it in water and boil it , fry over low heat for 10 minutes, then remove the residue and drink. This tea has the functions of clearing heat and detoxifying, eliminating carbuncles and draining pus, diuresis and treating stranguria.
(2) Cold Houttuynia cordata
Choose fresh and tender Houttuynia cordata, wash it, add seasonings that suit your taste and eat it cold. It has the effect of inhibiting bacterial and viral infections, and helps to treat wind-heat, cold, herpes, urinary tract infections and other diseases.
(3) Stir-fried Houttuynia cordata
Choose fresh, white and tender Houttuynia cordata, wash it, and stir-fry it with other ingredients before eating it. This way of eating is milder and can prevent risks. It is also suitable for daily consumption by frail people in case of hot colds.
(4) Houttuynia cordata stewed chicken
Wash an appropriate amount of Houttuynia cordata, stew it with the old hen and eat it. Houttuynia cordata is cold in nature and can regulate It has high immunity. Put a little sesame oil in the chicken soup, which also has the effect of moisturizing the heart. It is very helpful for relieving the irritability. Pregnant women can also prevent postpartum wind by eating it.