Why is Chinese medicine so bitter?

When we mention "taking Chinese medicine", we immediately think of competition, and even the bitter taste will linger in our mouths. Yes, taking Chinese medicine is indeed a big "pain" surrounding some of us. In fact, when you take it, you might as well try these little methods, maybe you will feel more comfortable, and you won't have to worry about not being able to drink it.

1. Drink without interruption

When drinking, the passage time should be fast. The longer it stays in your mouth, the stronger the bitter taste will be. Don't think about anything, count two sips silently in your heart, and don't stimulate your taste buds while speeding up the drink.

2. Don’t drink hot drinks in winter

After the temperature gradually cools down, you will find that it is not as bitter as when it is just cooked, so waiting for a while is also one of the ways to reduce the bitterness.

Three: Proper head tilt

The editor tried drinking it this way himself and found that the total area sticking to the tongue was small. Only the tongue could feel it a little. Just drink it rhythmically and don't choke.

4. Plan when to drink

Don't drink it before a meal or right after a meal, as it can easily cause nausea. Try to take it when you feel three-quarters full.

5. Hold your breath

If the amount is small, you just need to hold your breath and you will hardly feel the bitter taste. After drinking it, eat a small piece of fruit quickly to cover up the taste.

6. Prepare the candy in advance

After drinking it, immediately put the candy in your mouth and roll it with your tongue. You can now fully appreciate the sweet taste and you won't be afraid anymore.

The taste of Chinese herbal medicine is related to its efficacy. You also know that Chinese herbal medicine for reducing internal heat is bitter. Generally speaking, when one is feeling unwell, there is more or less "heat" in the body. Therefore, many of the medicines prescribed by doctors are bitter, because bitterness can reduce internal heat. For some things that you think are not astringent, such as licorice, which is sweet, but you don’t feel sweet when adding it, that’s because there are too many bitter herbs in it. It's like a pool of gray-black. If you drop a drop of bright red into it and stir it, it's still black.