Can Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) and licorice be steeped together in water for consumption?

Apr 18, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

Introduction

Under normal circumstances, Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) and Glycyrrhiza (Licorice) can be consumed together as a herbal tea. Both Siraitia grosvenorii and Glycyrrhiza are traditional Chinese medicinal herbs. Siraitia grosvenorii is cool in nature and sweet in taste, possessing functions of clearing heat, moistening the lungs, relieving sore throat, and improving voice. Glycyrrhiza is neutral in nature and sweet in taste, with effects of strengthening the spleen, invigorating qi, clearing heat, and detoxifying. When used together, they can enhance the effects of clearing heat, moistening the lungs, relieving sore throat, and improving voice. However, consumption should be done in appropriate amounts under the guidance of a qualified Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner.

Under normal circumstances, Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) and licorice can be consumed together as a herbal tea, but should be taken in appropriate amounts under the guidance of a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. Detailed explanation is as follows:

Siraitia grosvenorii and licorice are both traditional Chinese medicinal herbs. Siraitia grosvenorii is cool in nature and sweet in taste, with functions of clearing heat, moistening the lungs, relieving sore throat, and improving voice. Licorice is neutral in nature and sweet in taste, with effects of tonifying the spleen and vital energy, clearing heat, and detoxifying. When used together, they can enhance the effects of clearing heat, moistening the lungs, relieving sore throat, and improving voice, making them suitable for individuals experiencing symptoms such as cough caused by lung heat or sore throat.

However, licorice contains components such as glycyrrhizic acid; long-term or excessive consumption may cause adverse reactions such as edema and elevated blood pressure. Although Siraitia grosvenorii is relatively mild, excessive consumption of its infused water may damage the spleen and stomach's yang energy due to its cooling properties. Therefore, it is recommended to consume Siraitia grosvenorii and licorice tea in appropriate amounts under the guidance of a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to better exert their therapeutic effects and ensure safe and effective usage.

In daily life, it is also recommended to maintain good lifestyle habits, such as regular sleep patterns and moderate exercise, which can help maintain a healthy physical condition.

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What are the side effects of Luo Han Guo?

Under normal circumstances, as a traditional Chinese herbal medicine, Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) may have side effects such as reduced gastrointestinal function, risk of low blood pressure, exacerbation of cold-deficiency constitution, impaired liver and kidney function, and allergic reactions. It is recommended to consult a qualified physician or pharmacist before consuming Siraitia grosvenorii, and to follow medical advice to ensure the safety and effectiveness of its use.

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Can Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) and Sterculia lychnophora (Pang Da Hai) be steeped together in water for consumption?

Under normal circumstances, Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) and Sterculia lychnophora (Pang Da Hai) can be consumed together as a herbal infusion, but intake should be properly controlled. Both Siraitia grosvenorii and Sterculia lychnophora have effects of clearing heat and moistening the lungs, and are suitable for symptoms such as lung-heat cough and sore throat. When used together, their effects in clearing heat and benefiting the lungs may be enhanced. Sterculia lychnophora particularly excels at soothing the throat and improving voice, providing effective relief for symptoms such as hoarseness and voice loss.

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What can Siraitia grosvenorii (monk fruit) be steeped with for drinking?

In general, Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) can be steeped in water together with chrysanthemum, honeysuckle, Sterculia lychnophora (Pang Da Hai), tangerine peel, Lycium barbarum (goji berries), and other ingredients. However, it should be consumed in moderation to avoid excessive intake that may cause adverse reactions. In daily diet, balanced intake of various foods and attention to food combinations are essential to better meet the body's nutritional needs and promote health.

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Can Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) be steeped in water together with chrysanthemum?

Under normal circumstances, Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) can be steeped in water together with chrysanthemum. Siraitia grosvenorii has a sweet taste and cold nature, and is associated with the lung and large intestine meridians; it has functions including clearing heat and moistening the lungs, lubricating the intestines to relieve constipation, and soothing the throat to improve voice. Chrysanthemum has a bitter and sweet taste with a slightly cold nature, and is associated with the lung and liver meridians; it has effects such as dispersing wind-heat, soothing the liver and improving vision, and clearing heat while detoxifying. Combining Siraitia grosvenorii with chrysanthemum for infusion can comprehensively exert the effects of both ingredients.