Astragalus and Schisandrae Chinensis Soaked in Water

Astragalus and Schisandra are very common Chinese medicinal materials in life. Both have the function of nourishing the body. Whether it is Astragalus or Schisandra, they can be used alone to soak in water and drink, or they can be mixed together to soak in water and drink. There are many benefits to health. However, if the two are soaked in water and drunk together, it is usually not recommended to drink a large amount for a long time. It is best to separate them. So what are the effects of Astragalus and Schisandra soaked in water?

What are the effects of drinking Astragalus and Schisandra chinensis soaked in water?

Schisandra chinensis tastes sour, sweet and warm in nature. It has the effects of astringing, invigorating Qi and promoting body fluid, nourishing the kidney and calming the mind. Astragalus membranaceus tastes sweet and warm in nature. It has the effects of tonifying the middle and replenishing Qi, consolidating the exterior and astringing sweat. There is no conflict between the two medicinal properties and their medicinal effects are similar, so Schisandra chinensis and Astragalus membranaceus can be soaked in water and drunk together.

The efficacy of Schisandra chinensis and Astragalus membranaceus soaked in water

Strengthen the lungs and relieve cough

Schisandra chinensis has the effect of astringency and solidification, it can nourish the five internal organs, and strengthen the lung qi to relieve cough; Astragalus membranaceus has the effect of replenishing qi and invigorating qi, it can strengthen the lung qi to relieve cough. Schisandra chinensis and Astragalus membranaceus soaked in water can be used to treat cough, asthma, shortness of breath and other symptoms caused by lung and kidney deficiency in the elderly.

Replenishing Qi and Producing Body Fluid

Both Schisandra chinensis and Astragalus membranaceus have the effects of invigorating Qi, promoting the production of body fluids and quenching thirst. Therefore, soaking Schisandra chinensis and Astragalus membranaceus in water has a certain auxiliary therapeutic effect on symptoms such as thirst due to loss of body fluids, internal heat and diabetes.

Strengthen the exterior and stop sweating

Schisandra chinensis has the characteristics of astringency and firming, and can retain fluids in the body; Astragalus membranaceus has the effects of replenishing Qi, strengthening the exterior, and stopping sweating. Schisandra chinensis and Astragalus membranaceus water has a certain auxiliary therapeutic effect on long-term diarrhea, spontaneous sweating, and night sweats.

Liver protection

Schisandra chinensis can promote the repair and regeneration of liver cells, inhibit liver damage, or repair damaged liver cells to a certain extent. In addition, it can also inhibit the activity of alanine aminotransferase. Therefore, Schisandra chinensis and Astragalus water has a certain health care effect on the liver.

How to soak Schisandra chinensis and Astragalus membranaceus in water

Ingredients: 5 grams of Schisandra chinensis and 10 grams of Astragalus membranaceus.

practice:

1. Crush the Schisandra chinensis and put it into the teapot together with the Astragalus membranaceus.

2. Pour in boiling water and brew.

3. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes.

4. After it cools down slightly, you can drink it instead of tea.

5. You can add water 3-4 times during this period, one dose per day.

Precautions for drinking Schisandra

1. Prevent allergies

A small number of people may experience allergic reactions such as fever, headache, urticaria, nausea and vomiting after taking Schisandra chinensis. If you are not sure whether you are allergic, you can first drink a small amount of Schisandra chinensis rock sugar water and observe for about 1 hour. If there is no discomfort, continue to take it.

2. Pay attention to dosage

The usual medicinal dosage of Schisandra chinensis is 2-6 grams. It should not be taken in excess. If you take more than 13-18 grams of Schisandra chinensis, you may experience discomfort such as hiccups, acid reflux, stomach pain, and stomach burning sensation.

3. People who have just started coughing should not drink it

Schisandra chinensis has a certain effect of astringing the lungs and relieving coughs, and has a certain tonic effect. It can be used to treat chronic coughs, weak coughs and other symptoms. However, in the early stages of coughs, treatment should be mainly dispersing. Taking Schisandra chinensis will cause evil qi to be trapped in the body, causing the discomfort symptoms to worsen.

4. People with measles should not drink it

Schisandra is sour and has the effect of astringency. In the early stage of measles, the main focus should be on dispersing and clearing the rash. If you take Schisandra, it will retain the evil spirits and make the symptoms of measles worse.