Can Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) be steeped in water together with chrysanthemum?
Apr 21, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
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.
Generally, Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) can be steeped in water together with chrysanthemum, but it should be consumed in moderation. Detailed explanation is as follows:
Siraitia grosvenorii has a sweet taste and a cool nature, entering the lung and large intestine meridians, and possesses functions including clearing heat, moistening the lungs, lubricating the intestines to relieve constipation, soothing the throat, and improving voice. Chrysanthemum has a bitter and sweet taste with a slightly cold nature, entering the lung and liver meridians, and has effects of dispersing wind-heat, calming the liver to improve vision, and clearing heat to detoxify. Combining Siraitia grosvenorii and chrysanthemum for infusion can synergistically exert their effects, achieving benefits such as clearing heat and detoxifying, moistening the lungs and relieving cough, reducing internal heat, and improving vision.
However, both Siraitia grosvenorii and chrysanthemum are cool in nature. People with deficiency-cold in the spleen and stomach should avoid excessive consumption. This includes individuals experiencing cold intolerance, cold hands and feet, indigestion, diarrhea, and similar conditions, as excessive intake may exacerbate internal cold-dampness and cause or worsen gastrointestinal discomfort. Additionally, those allergic to components of Siraitia grosvenorii or chrysanthemum may experience allergic reactions such as rashes or difficulty breathing when consumed together, so it should be avoided.
In daily life, it is recommended to consume in moderation and avoid long-term or excessive intake to prevent adverse effects on health.
