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What is the best way to brew Astragalus (Huang Qi) with other ingredients for drinking?

Jan 08, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, it is beneficial to steep Astragalus (Huangqi) with Lycium (Goji berries), honey, red dates (jujube), Angelica sinensis (Danggui), and Ophiopogon japonicus (Maidong) in water for consumption. Goji berries have functions of nourishing the liver and kidneys, as well as improving vision and eye health. When steeped together with Astragalus, this combination can enhance immunity, alleviate eye fatigue, and is especially beneficial for individuals who use computers for prolonged periods. If Astragalus combination is required for steeping, it is recommended to use it under the guidance of a physician.

Generally, it is beneficial to steep Astragalus with wolfberry, honey, red dates, Angelica sinensis, and Ophiopogon japonicus. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Wolfberry: Wolfberry has the effects of nourishing the liver and kidneys, enriching essence, and improving vision. When steeped with Astragalus, it can enhance immunity, relieve eye fatigue, and is particularly beneficial for individuals who use computers for extended periods.

2. Honey: Honey has functions of nourishing the middle jiao, alleviating acute conditions, moistening the lungs to relieve cough, and lubricating the intestines to relieve constipation. When combined with Astragalus, it can lubricate the intestines, promote bowel movements, replenish qi, generate blood, and strengthen physical fitness.

3. Red Dates: Red dates have the effects of strengthening the spleen and stomach, and replenishing the middle jiao while invigorating qi. When steeped with Astragalus, it can enhance spleen and stomach function and improve symptoms such as pallor and fatigue.

4. Angelica Sinensis: Angelica sinensis has a sweet and pungent taste with a warm nature, and possesses functions of promoting blood circulation to relieve pain, moistening the intestines to relieve constipation, and nourishing blood to regulate menstruation. When combined with Astragalus, it enhances the effect of invigorating qi and generating blood, thereby replenishing both qi and blood.

5. Ophiopogon Japonicus: Ophiopogon japonicus has the effect of promoting salivation and relieving thirst, and moistening the lungs to alleviate cough. When used with Astragalus in steeping, it can relieve symptoms of dry mouth and throat, and provide benefits to the lungs and spleen.

If Astragalus combinations are needed for steeping, it is recommended to use them under the guidance of a physician. Additionally, it should be consumed in moderation to avoid excessive intake, which may cause bodily discomfort.

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