What are the taboos of eating ginseng?

Ginseng generally grows on mountains at an altitude of about 500 to 1,100 meters. It is a traditional Chinese medicinal material and also a tonic. Ginseng tastes slightly bitter and has a very good effect of replenishing qi, promoting salivation, calming the mind and invigorating qi. Rensheng is considered the king of herbs and is also considered one of the three treasures of Northeast China. It contains a variety of saponins and sugars, which can greatly replenish vitality. It has a good therapeutic effect on various problems such as fatigue, physical fatigue, impotence, frequent urination, etc. But there are some taboos in eating ginseng.

People with the following symptoms should not consume ginseng: People with strong allergies should not consume ginseng if they develop a rash after taking ginseng. It should not be taken when there is purulent inflammation. Hypertensive patients have hyperactivity of liver yang, which can easily cause cerebrovascular accidents after taking ginseng. However, hypertensive patients with deficiency and cold can use ginseng, but the dosage should be small. When the systolic blood pressure is >180mmHg, no matter what type of disease it is, it is not suitable to take ginseng. It is generally not suitable for use when you have a cold or fever. Because palpitations are severe when you have a fever, taking ginseng will increase blood circulation, causing palpitations and even worsening the condition. Ginseng should not be used for asthma caused by sudden gas congestion, dry throat caused by dryness and heat, vomiting blood and nosebleed caused by impulse, etc.

Edema caused by damp-heat stagnation will be aggravated after taking ginseng (because ginseng has antidiuretic effect). Patients with renal insufficiency and oliguria should also use it with caution. It is not suitable for people with insomnia, irritability and weakness, otherwise the sleep will be worse. Those who have excessive qi, fever, slippery and strong pulse, constipation and excess heat should avoid using ginseng. Avoid eating radish (including red radish, white radish and green radish) and various seafood after taking ginseng. After taking ginseng, you should not drink tea to avoid damaging the effects of ginseng. Ginseng should not be eaten with grapes as its nutrition will be damaged. Grapes contain tannic acid, which can easily combine with the protein in ginseng to form precipitation, affecting absorption and reducing efficacy.

Through the above introduction, I believe everyone has a certain understanding of the taboos of eating ginseng. It should be noted here that while taking ginseng, you must have a regular schedule and try to avoid staying up late. At the same time, eat less irritating and spicy food, relax more, participate in more outdoor activities, don't put too much pressure on yourself, and resolve negative psychological emotions by yourself.