Can Epimedium combined with Cornus officinalis be steeped in water?

Apr 15, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

Introduction

Under normal circumstances, Epimedium combined with Cornus officinalis can be steeped in water, but it should be consumed in appropriate amounts under a doctor's guidance based on individual constitution. Epimedium helps improve symptoms such as impotence and premature ejaculation caused by kidney deficiency. Cornus officinalis helps alleviate symptoms such as soreness and weakness in the waist and knees, dizziness, and blurred vision caused by deficiency of both liver and kidney. Drinking a combination of Epimedium and Cornus officinalis steeped in water can allow both herbs to work together synergistically.

Generally speaking, Epimedium combined with Cornus officinalis can be steeped in water, but it should be consumed in appropriate amounts under the guidance of a doctor according to individual constitution. Detailed analysis is as follows:

Epimedium is widely used for replenishing kidney yang and can improve symptoms caused by kidney deficiency, such as impotence and premature ejaculation. Cornus officinalis is warm in nature and sour in taste, commonly used for nourishing the liver and kidneys, and can alleviate symptoms caused by deficiency of both liver and kidney, such as soreness and weakness of the waist and knees, and sudden dizziness. Drinking water steeped with both Epimedium and Cornus officinalis can synergistically enhance their medicinal effects, strengthen kidney function, and improve various symptoms caused by kidney deficiency.

However, if an individual has symptoms of excessive internal heat or yin deficiency with fire hyperactivity, such as dry mouth and throat, constipation, irritability, and anger, the warming properties of Epimedium and Cornus officinalis may exacerbate these symptoms, making it unsuitable for consumption as a steeped tea. Therefore, it is recommended to consult a professional TCM practitioner or pharmacist before using any herbal medicine, to ensure appropriate formulation based on individual constitution and specific condition.

In daily life, it is also recommended to maintain good habits, such as regular作息and moderate exercise, which can help maintain overall health.

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