Can drinking water infused with Lycium barbarum (goji berries) and honeysuckle flowers help clear heat and detoxify the body?

Under normal circumstances, drinking water infused with Lycium barbarum (goji berries) and honeysuckle has a certain effect in clearing heat and detoxifying the body, but the effect is limited and should be consumed in moderation. A detailed explanation is as follows:

Honeysuckle has a sweet and cold nature and inherently possesses functions of clearing heat and detoxifying, as well as dispersing wind-heat. It can help alleviate certain heat-related conditions, such as external contraction of wind-heat and sore throat. Lycium barbarum is neutral in nature and sweet in taste, capable of nourishing the liver and kidneys and improving vision. When infused with honeysuckle, it can somewhat neutralize the cold nature of honeysuckle while providing nutritional benefits to the body.

When consumed together as an infusion, these ingredients can help alleviate mild internal heat symptoms, such as dry mouth and throat discomfort. However, if the internal heat condition is severe, simply drinking this infusion will not achieve a significant therapeutic effect. Excessive consumption may instead irritate the gastrointestinal tract due to honeysuckle's cold nature, causing discomfort such as abdominal pain and diarrhea. Therefore, it is important to control the amount consumed.

In daily life, if one wishes to regulate their body condition through beverages, they can choose suitable ingredients according to their individual constitution. In addition to goji berry and honeysuckle infusion, drinking warm water regularly and consuming more heat-clearing and fluid-generating fruits such as pears and watermelons can also be beneficial. It is advisable to maintain a light diet and avoid excessive intake of spicy and irritating foods.