Can people with spleen deficiency drink water infused with bombax flowers?
Disease description:
I haven't been able to eat properly for the past two or three days. My doctor said it's due to spleen deficiency. I'm considering drinking water infused with bombax flowers—can people with spleen deficiency drink bombax flower tea?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Generally, one should not drink water infused with kapok flowers. Kapok flower is a cold-natured food, and for individuals with pre-existing spleen and stomach deficiency, consuming kapok flower tea may worsen symptoms of spleen weakness. It is recommended to avoid cold-natured foods in daily life, ensure proper body warmth, and under necessary guidance, use spleen-strengthening and stomach-nourishing medications to alleviate symptoms.
