Is it okay to soak chestnuts and dogwood in medicinal wine?

Generally speaking, chestnuts and cornus can be used together to make medicinal wine. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Chestnuts have the effects of nourishing the kidneys, strengthening the spleen, promoting blood circulation, and stopping bleeding. Soaking chestnuts in wine and drinking it consistently over a long period can significantly enhance kidney function and invigorate the body. Cornus is commonly used for nourishing the liver and kidneys, reducing spermatorrhea, and preventing physical weakness. Soaking cornus in wine can improve physical condition, enhance immunity, and effectively alleviate symptoms such as weakness in the waist and knees and dizziness caused by kidney deficiency.

Both chestnuts and cornus have kidney-nourishing properties. When combined in making medicinal wine, their kidney-strengthening and yang-enhancing effects are further amplified. During preparation, chestnuts and cornus can be placed in a glass container in a certain proportion, soaked in an appropriate amount of white spirits, sealed, and stored for a period before consumption. However, note that factors such as the soaking duration, ingredient ratio, and alcohol content of the spirits will influence the effectiveness and taste of the medicinal wine, so adjustments should be made according to individual needs and preferences.

When making medicinal wine, fresh, dry, and impurity-free cornus and chestnuts, as well as grain-based distilled spirits, should be selected. To ensure safety, it is recommended to consult a professional traditional Chinese medicine practitioner or physician before deciding to prepare medicinal wine, to determine whether your body constitution is suitable and to learn how to safely benefit from this traditional dietary therapy. Additionally, even under suitable conditions, one should control the amount of medicinal wine consumed and avoid excessive intake that might cause adverse reactions.