Can Ejiao and Motherwort be used to make soup?
Disease description:
Every time I have my period, I experience severe pain. My mother bought me Ejiao (donkey-hide gelatin), which she tells me to cook and eat after my menstruation. I also bought motherwort myself, as both are used to regulate menstruation. I would like to ask: can Ejiao and motherwort be stewed together in soup and consumed at the same time?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Ejiao (donkey-hide gelatin) and motherwort can absolutely be consumed together in the form of a stewed soup.
Ejiao has a sweet taste and neutral property, entering the lung, liver, and kidney meridians. It functions to nourish the blood, enrich yin, moisten the lungs, and stop bleeding. Motherwort, on the other hand, has a bitter and pungent taste with a slightly cold nature, entering the heart and liver meridians. It promotes blood circulation, regulates menstruation, promotes diuresis to reduce edema, and clears heat while detoxifying. When stewed together in a soup, these two ingredients can blend well, not only offering a rich and pleasant flavor but also fully exerting their nourishing effects, providing comprehensive nutritional support for the body. However, when consuming them, it is important to follow the principle of moderation. Excessive intake may overload the body and burden the gastrointestinal system, potentially causing indigestion and other issues. If any abnormalities occur during consumption, it is advisable to promptly seek medical advice.
