What are the benefits of泡 water with 胖大海 and 麦冬?

Generally, the effects of泡 water with Sterculia lychnophora (Pang Dahai) and Ophiopogon japonicus (McDoor) include moistening the lungs and relieving cough, clearing heat and detoxifying, benefiting the throat and improving voice, moistening the intestines and relieving constipation, and assisting in reducing summer heat. It is recommended to drink this infusion reasonably in daily life. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Moistening the Lungs and Relieving Cough

Sterculia lychnophora is cold in nature and enters the lung meridian, effectively clearing and promoting lung Qi. It helps alleviate coughing and hoarseness caused by lung heat accumulation and impaired lung function. Ophiopogon japonicus is slightly cold in nature and also enters the lung meridian; it nourishes lung yin and clears lung heat. Together, these two herbs provide effective regulation for cough caused by lung heat or dryness.

2. Clearing Heat and Detoxifying

Both Sterculia lychnophora and Ophiopogon japonicus have the function of clearing heat and detoxifying, helping to eliminate internal heat toxins. They are suitable for treating symptoms such as excessive internal heat (fire), mouth ulcers, and sore throat. The components in Sterculia lychnophora have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, while Ophiopogon japonicus nourishes yin fluids, together achieving the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying.

3. Benefiting the Throat and Improving Voice

Sterculia lychnophora is commonly used to benefit the throat and improve voice, clearing and soothing the throat to relieve hoarseness. Ophiopogon japonicus nourishes lung yin, providing moisture to the throat, alleviating symptoms such as dryness and pain in the throat, thereby assisting Sterculia lychnophora in achieving the effect of benefiting the throat and improving voice.

4. Moistening the Intestines and Relieving Constipation

Sterculia lychnophora contains abundant mucilage, which can absorb a large amount of water in the intestines, softening the stool and making it easier to expel. Components like polysaccharides in Ophiopogon japonicus can promote intestinal motility, providing a certain effect of moistening the intestines and relieving constipation. The combined action of both effectively improves intestinal dryness and promotes bowel movements.

5. Assisting in Reducing Summer Heat

Sterculia lychnophora, being cold in nature, has a heat-clearing effect that helps eliminate summer heat pathogens in the body and alleviate symptoms such as thirst and dry throat caused by summer heat. Ophiopogon japonicus nourishes yin and generates body fluids, replenishing fluids lost due to excessive sweating. When used together in泡 water, they can assist in reducing the effects of summer heat to a certain extent.

Before drinking Sterculia lychnophora and Ophiopogon japonicus泡 water, it is recommended to consult a doctor or TCM practitioner to ensure safety and effectiveness. While consuming, maintain a light diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods, which helps maintain overall health.