Can babies eat Rehmannia glutinosa (Chinese foxglove)?

Raw rehmannia refers to the raw form of rehmannia root. Under normal circumstances, infants can take raw rehmannia or prepared rehmannia under the guidance of a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. Detailed explanations are as follows:

Raw rehmannia root is cold in nature and has effects of clearing heat, cooling the blood, nourishing yin, and promoting body fluid production. If an infant develops symptoms such as fever and irritability caused by heat pathogens entering the blood and nutrient stage of the body, or experiences symptoms like dry mouth and throat and constipation due to yin deficiency with internal heat, raw rehmannia can be appropriately used under medical guidance to clear heat from the blood, nourish yin, and promote body fluid production.

Prepared rehmannia root is warm in nature and functions to nourish yin, enrich blood, and replenish essence and marrow. If an infant shows clear symptoms of liver and kidney yin deficiency, such as developmental delays, soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees, night sweats, or heat sensations in the palms, soles, and chest, prepared rehmannia may be used in moderation under a physician's supervision following a proper TCM differential diagnosis and treatment plan. Prior to using either raw or prepared rehmannia, it is essential to consult a qualified physician or pharmacist to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the treatment.

In daily diet, priority should be given to nutritionally balanced foods suitable for the infant's age, and herbs should not be added arbitrarily.