Who can't eat Houttuynia cordata?

Houttuynia cordata has the effects of enhancing human immunity, anti-inflammatory, and diuresis. It has high edible and medicinal value. Our common dishes include cold houttuynia cordata, steamed chicken with houttuynia cordata, and scrambled eggs with houttuynia cordata. Although the health value of Houttuynia cordata is quite high, it cannot be eaten indiscriminately. Some people cannot eat too much Houttuynia cordata. This is something you should know. So, who should not eat Houttuynia cordata? Let’s take a look below.

People with allergies

Generally speaking, skin type can be divided into allergic, dry, oily, etc. Most people think that this classification only applies to facial skin, but it is not.

A person's physique is developed from childhood. If the face is prone to allergies, it means that the skin on the body is also prone to allergies.

A person's physique is developed from childhood. If the face is easily allergic, it means that the skin on the body is also easily allergic. People who develop eczema when the weather is wet and cold should not eat it. People whose skin turns red when exposed to the sun should also not eat it.

People with cold body

Houttuynia cordata is cold in nature. People who have problems such as cold uterus and cold body should not consume it. After all, it will directly make the cold worse, especially for female friends, and may even lead to infertility problems.

People with poor liver function

Houttuynia cordata is a traditional Chinese medicinal material and it is also a food. As all medicines are poisonous, it still has a certain degree of toxicity. The human liver is responsible for detoxification. If you have poor liver function, it is best not to eat it for a long time.

The efficacy and function of Houttuynia cordata

Antimicrobial

Certain ingredients contained in Houttuynia cordata have inhibitory effects on a variety of microorganisms (especially yeasts and molds), and can have an antibacterial effect.

Certain ingredients in Houttuynia cordata have inhibitory effects on a variety of microorganisms (especially yeast and mold).

Anti-inflammatory

The flavonoids contained in Houttuynia cordata, such as quercetin, quercetin and isoquercetin, have significant anti-inflammatory effects and can significantly inhibit capillary hyperactivity in the early stages of inflammation.

Radiation resistance

Houttuynia cordata is the only Chinese herbal medicine that can regenerate tenaciously at the point of an atomic bomb explosion. Fish belly grass has the effect of anti-radiation and enhancing the body's immune function. It is not only suitable for flight crews, but also for people who often approach radiation sources, such as X-ray machine and computer operators, as well as people who often watch TV. It is also a must-eat anti-radiation food for computer users.

Diuretic effect

It dilates capillaries, increases renal blood flow and urine secretion, so it is also used for frequent and painful urination caused by urinary tract infection.