Can I use a stainless steel pot to decoct Chinese medicine?

Traditional Chinese Medicine is the greatest treasure passed down from generation to generation by our Chinese nation. As our knowledge reserves improve, many people are unwilling to see Western medicine doctors who only treat the symptoms but not the root cause when they are sick. Instead, many people are now willing to see Chinese medicine doctors who can cure the root cause even though the process is slow and the medicine is bitter. Generally speaking, when we go to see a Chinese medicine doctor, we will be prescribed Chinese medicine. How to decoct the Chinese medicine becomes a big problem. Today we will discuss what is the best vessel to decoct the Chinese medicine.

When decocting Chinese medicine, it is very important to choose the utensils. The first choice for boiling medicine is casserole and earthenware pot, followed by enamelware and stainless steel pot. It is most taboo to use iron pot and copper pot. The chemical properties of casseroles and earthenware pots are stable, they heat evenly, transfer heat slowly, and the water is not easy to evaporate when decocting medicine. It should be noted that sudden heating or cooling of the casserole will cause cracks. Therefore, do not wash the casserole that has just been used to boil medicine with cold water immediately. Let it cool on dry wood chips or racks before cleaning the medicine stains. Do not soak the oil stains on the casserole with detergent to prevent sewage from seeping into the pores. It can be wiped with leftover tea leaves, or soaked in rice water to heat it, and then scrubbed with a brush.

Stainless steel pots transfer heat too quickly, so you need to stir the medicine frequently when decocting it, otherwise the herbs will stick to the wall of the pot and the pot will easily get burnt if you are not careful. Phoenix Traditional Chinese Medicine reminds everyone to pay special attention that you must never use iron or copper pots to decoct medicine. Because iron and copper are active elements, they easily react with the various chemical components in traditional Chinese medicine and produce toxic side effects.

In addition, do not use hot water to boil medicine, use cold water instead. Also pay attention to the heat. Generally, use high heat (quick fire) to boil, and then use low heat (low fire) to simmer. If there are special requirements, you should boil it according to the doctor's instructions. Through the introduction of the above content, you know which pot is best for decocting Chinese medicine.

Choosing utensils to decoct Chinese medicine is also a very important choice. So today I will introduce some precautions to you. I hope you will study them carefully and keep them in mind, because sometimes a small negligence on our part may lead to very disastrous consequences.