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What is better to drink when experiencing excessive internal heat (fire)?

May 08, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, when experiencing excessive internal heat (commonly known as "fire" in traditional Chinese medicine), you may适量 drink chrysanthemum tea, honeysuckle tea, dandelion tea, cassia seed tea, or胖大海 tea. You may also use medications such as Banlangen granules, compound honeysuckle granules, Qingkailing granules, Pudilan anti-inflammatory oral liquid, or Shuanghuanglian oral liquid according to medical advice. It is recommended to eat more fresh vegetables and fruits to help promote recovery.

Generally, when experiencing excessive internal heat (commonly known as "fire" in TCM), you can appropriately drink chrysanthemum tea, honeysuckle tea, dandelion tea, cassia seed tea, or sea holly seed tea. Additionally, medications such as Isatidis Root Granules, Compound Honeysuckle Granules, Qingkailing Granules, Pudilan Anti-inflammatory Oral Liquid, and Shuanghuanglian Oral Liquid may be used according to a physician's instructions. Detailed explanations are as follows:

I. Foods

1. Chrysanthemum Tea

Chrysanthemum tea has the effects of dispersing wind-heat, regulating liver yang, and clearing heat to detoxify. Drinking it in moderation can alleviate symptoms such as red and sore eyes caused by excessive liver fire.

2. Honeysuckle Tea

Honeysuckle tea has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, as well as dispersing wind-heat. Drinking it in moderation can relieve symptoms such as sore throat caused by excessive internal heat.

3. Dandelion Tea

Dandelion tea has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, moisturizing the intestines, and promoting bowel movements. It can improve symptoms such as painful urination caused by excessive internal heat and is suitable for people experiencing heatiness accompanied by constipation.

4. Cassia Seed Tea

Cassia seed tea is slightly cold in nature and has the effect of clearing heat and improving vision. Drinking it in moderation can alleviate symptoms such as dryness and constipation caused by excessive heat, as well as red and swollen eyes.

5. Sea Holly Seed Tea

Sea holly seed tea has the effects of moistening the intestines to relieve constipation, clearing the lungs, resolving phlegm, soothing the throat, and improving voice. Drinking it in moderation can relieve symptoms such as dry constipation, red eyes, and sore throat caused by excessive internal heat.

II. Medications

1. Isatidis Root Granules

Isatidis Root Granules have the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, cooling the blood, and relieving sore throat. They can inhibit the growth of viruses and bacteria and alleviate symptoms such as sore throat caused by excessive internal heat.

2. Compound Honeysuckle Granules

Compound honeysuckle granules have the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, cooling the blood, and reducing swelling. They are suitable for treating symptoms such as sore throat and mouth ulcers caused by excessive internal heat.

3. Qingkailing Granules

Qingkailing granules can regulate the body's yin-yang balance, suppress inflammatory responses, and alleviate discomfort caused by excessive internal heat. They are mainly used to treat persistent high fever and irritability caused by external contraction of wind-heat.

4. Pudilan Anti-inflammatory Oral Liquid

Pudilan anti-inflammatory oral liquid has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, and reducing swelling. It is suitable for treating diseases caused by excessive internal heat, such as boils, mumps, and pharyngitis.

5. Shuanghuanglian Oral Liquid

Shuanghuanglian oral liquid has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying. It is mainly used to relieve symptoms such as sore throat and cough caused by excessive internal heat.

It is recommended that during periods of excessive internal heat, you avoid eating spicy, greasy, and irritating foods, and consume more fresh vegetables and fruits to supplement vitamins and minerals, which helps promote recovery.

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