Can Bao He Wan be taken for excessive liver fire?
Disease description:
Recently, I've been experiencing facial flushing, bad breath, and irritability, which I believe are caused by excessive liver fire. I want to relieve the bad breath—can I take Bao He Wan for excessive liver fire?
It is acceptable to take Bao He Wan for excessive liver fire. Excessive liver fire can impair the liver's ability to fully or promptly metabolize toxins out of the body, leading to bad breath. Bao He Wan has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, and regulating gastrointestinal function, thereby helping the liver reduce internal heat and eliminate bad breath. Additionally, it is important to maintain a light diet and avoid spicy or irritating foods to prevent further flare-ups of heat.