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What are the health benefits of steeping Ophiopogon japonicus (McDoor) with Astragalus (Huang Qi) in water?

Jan 24, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, the efficacy of泡 water with Ophiopogon japonicus (麦冬) and Astragalus (黄芪) includes supplementing nutrition, enhancing immunity, beautifying the skin, calming the mind to aid sleep, and benefiting the stomach to promote saliva production. Both Ophiopogon japonicus and Astragalus contain various nutrients, such as proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Drinking泡 water made from these two ingredients together can supply the body's necessary nutrients and help prevent malnutrition.

Generally, the effects of泡 water with Ophiopogon japonicus (麦冬) and Astragalus (黄芪) include nourishing the body, enhancing immunity, beautifying the skin, calming the mind to aid sleep, and promoting gastric secretion. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Nourishment

Ophiopogon japonicus and Astragalus both contain various nutrients such as proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Drinking them together in泡 water can supply necessary nutrients to the body and help prevent malnutrition.

2. Enhancing Immunity

Astragalus can strengthen the body's immune function. Ophiopogon japonicus contains multiple active components that regulate the immune system. Drinking泡 water with this combination can improve the body's disease resistance and prevent colds.

3. Beautifying and Nourishing the Skin

Ophiopogon japonicus is rich in various vitamins and minerals. Drinking泡 water with both herbs helps nourish the skin, delay aging, and maintain a rosy, lustrous complexion, thus beautifying the skin.

4. Calming the Mind and Improving Sleep

Ophiopogon japonicus has a calming effect; combined with Astragalus in泡 water, it can help relieve anxiety and tension and improve sleep quality. It is suitable for people suffering from insomnia due to work stress and mental strain.

5. Promoting Gastric Secretion and Moistening the Stomach

Ophiopogon japonicus has the effect of promoting gastric secretion and moistening the stomach, while Astragalus can assist in improving spleen and stomach function. Drinking泡 water with these two herbs together can stimulate gastric juice secretion, increase appetite, and treat symptoms such as stomach pain and dry vomiting.

However, it should be consumed in moderation to avoid adverse effects such as excessive internal heat due to overuse. It is not recommended for individuals with excess syndromes such as Qi stagnation, phlegm-dampness, food retention, external pathogenic factors, or abscesses and toxic swellings.

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