Should the outer shell be removed when steeping constipation-relieving fruit in water?
Disease description:
I often suffer from constipation. A friend recommended using "constipation fruit" steeped in water to help relieve it. Should I remove the shell before steeping the constipation fruit in water?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cheng Yicheng
Constipation-relieving fruit should generally have its shell removed before steeping in water. Steeping this fruit in water can help moisten the intestines and relieve constipation, as well as clear heat and detoxify the body. It is normally effective in alleviating and preventing constipation, and can also improve bloating. Although drinking tea made from this fruit offers many benefits, elderly people and children should reduce the dosage appropriately when consuming it to avoid discomfort.
