Can drinking water boiled with raw kudzu root reduce internal heat?

Generally speaking, boiling raw kudzu root (Pueraria lobata) can help reduce internal heat to some extent, but it should be consumed in a manner suitable for one's individual body constitution under the guidance of a TCM practitioner. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Raw kudzu root is cool in nature, with a sweet and pungent taste, and it acts on the spleen and stomach meridians. It has the effects of relieving muscle tension, reducing fever, elevating yang energy, and stopping diarrhea. For individuals experiencing symptoms of excessive internal heat or external contraction of wind-heat, moderate consumption of kudzu root water may help clear heat and toxins, thereby achieving a certain degree of heat-reduction.

However, due to individual differences in body constitution, not everyone is suited to using kudzu root water for reducing heat. Those with a cold-deficient constitution, characterized by insufficient yang energy, often exhibit symptoms such as cold intolerance, cold hands and feet, and loose stools. Consumption of kudzu root water may further damage the yang energy and worsen symptoms of cold deficiency. It is recommended to consult a TCM practitioner to accurately determine one's body constitution and whether kudzu root water is appropriate, ensuring safety and effectiveness.

In daily life, it is advisable to maintain healthy lifestyle habits, follow a light diet, and avoid spicy and irritating foods such as pepper and chili, which can help alleviate symptoms of excessive internal heat.