What to steep with Astragalus (Huangqi) for treating spleen deficiency with damp-heat
Disease description:
Recently, I've been experiencing a bitter taste in the mouth and weakness in the limbs. According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) pulse diagnosis, this is due to spleen deficiency with damp-heat. I'm considering drinking astragalus (Huang Qi) tea regularly. May I ask what ingredients can be combined with astragalus when steeped in water to treat spleen deficiency with damp-heat?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
It is generally difficult to achieve therapeutic effects by steeping Astragalus (Huangqi) with other herbs in water; however, in clinical practice, drinking Astragalus-infused water can help regulate spleen deficiency with damp-heat. Astragalus can be combined with American ginseng to enhance qi and strengthen the spleen. It may also be paired with Poria (Fuling) to strengthen the spleen and eliminate dampness. This infusion is not recommended for individuals exhibiting symptoms of yin deficiency with excessive internal heat or wind-heat感冒 (common cold).
