The Efficacy and Effects of Drinking Water Infused with Dried Tangerine Peel
Disease description:
My child has been coughing frequently lately, but it's not very severe—just occasional coughing here and there. I was thinking about giving him water steeped with orange peels. What are the general benefits and effects of drinking water steeped with dried orange peels?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Drinking water infused with dried tangerine peel offers multiple health benefits. It helps to clear the lungs, stimulate body fluid production, resolve phlegm, and relieve coughing, making it particularly beneficial for individuals with chronic respiratory inflammation or those who frequently catch colds. Dried tangerine peel water can also promote digestion and absorption, alleviate nausea and vomiting, improve appetite, and effectively relieve dyspepsia. Additionally, it is rich in vitamin C, which helps lower cholesterol levels, enhance immunity, and may provide some relief for atherosclerosis. However, it should be avoided or consumed with caution by individuals with excessive internal heat in the gastrointestinal system, yin deficiency constitution, and women during pregnancy. Drinking an appropriate amount of dried tangerine peel water can be beneficial to health.
