The Efficacy and Benefits of Drinking Chrysanthemum and Lotus Seed Heart Tea
Disease description:
I've been experiencing some internal heat recently, with recurring mouth ulcers that haven't improved much after several days of调理 (regulating). At home, I've been drinking water infused with chrysanthemum flowers and lotus seeds. I'd like to know the effects and benefits of drinking water infused with chrysanthemum and lotus seeds.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
The benefits and effects of drinking water infused with chrysanthemum and lotus seed (plumula) mainly include:
1. **Calm the heart and soothe the mind**: Lotus seed has the effect of calming the heart and soothing the mind, which can help alleviate insomnia, anxiety, and improve sleep quality.
2. **Clear heat and detoxify**: Both chrysanthemum and lotus seed have heat-clearing and detoxifying properties, providing relief for symptoms such as mouth ulcers and sore throat.
3. **Strengthen the spleen and stop diarrhea**: Drinking lotus seed-infused water helps regulate the spleen and stomach, effectively preventing diarrhea and other discomforts. Meanwhile, chrysanthemum can also assist in treating wind-heat感冒 or the early stages of warm diseases.
4. **Antioxidant**: Lotus seed contains various antioxidants, such as flavonoids and vitamin C, which help eliminate free radicals in the body and reduce damage caused by oxidative stress.
