Can I eat sea cucumber while taking traditional Chinese medicine?

Consume in moderation. Whether one can eat sea cucumber while taking Chinese herbal medicine depends on the nature of the herbs. If the herbal medicine is of a nourishing or warming nature, then moderate consumption of sea cucumber is acceptable. However, if the herbal medicine is for clearing heat, it is not recommended to consume sea cucumber. Please refer to the following:

If the Chinese herbal medicine currently being taken does not interact with sea cucumber and its indications do not contraindicate sea cucumber consumption, then consuming sea cucumber in moderation is generally safe. Sea cucumber is rich in nutrients such as protein, amino acids, minerals, and polysaccharides, and moderate consumption is beneficial to health for the general population.

If the herbal medicine is used for treating exogenous conditions such as colds, fever, or skin rashes caused by external pathogens or allergic diseases, the highly allergenic proteins in sea cucumber may trigger or exacerbate immune responses. In cases where the primary functions of the herbal medicine are clearing heat, detoxifying, or removing dampness, the nourishing properties of sea cucumber may hinder the elimination of heat-damp pathogenic factors and affect treatment efficacy.

In daily life, maintaining healthy eating habits and appropriately combining foods can help improve the body's absorption of Chinese herbal medicine.