Health Benefits and Effects of Drinking Ophiopogon, Codonopsis, and Astragalus Infusion
Disease description:
My father has relatively weak lungs and spleen. Recently, he purchased Ophiopogon, Codonopsis, and Astragalus from a traditional Chinese medicine clinic to brew as a tea. Could you please explain the effects of this herbal combination?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Ophiopogon japonicus (Maidong) is a traditional Chinese herb used primarily to nourish Yin—especially Lung Yin and Heart Yin—with excellent moistening and Yin-nourishing effects. Astragalus membranaceus (Huangqi) is a Qi-tonifying herb historically regarded as “the foremost of tonifying herbs,” reflecting its potent Qi-enhancing properties, particularly for the Lung and Spleen. Codonopsis pilosula (Dangshen) mainly strengthens and tonifies the Spleen, with a primary focus on augmenting Spleen Qi. When these three herbs are combined, they synergistically tonify both Lung Qi and Spleen Qi; once Lung and Spleen Qi are adequately replenished, the addition of Ophiopogon further nourishes Lung Yin and Heart Yin—making this combination a classic, highly effective formula for Yin nourishment. It can also be conveniently prepared as an herbal infusion for daily consumption. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health!
