The efficacy of drinking water infused with Platycodon grandiflorum (Fang Hai)
Disease description:
Recently, I've been experiencing excessive internal heat, and the elderly in my family advised me to buy Semen Sterculiae Lychnophorae (Pang Dahai) to steep in water for consumption. I would like to ask the doctor, what are the health benefits of drinking water steeped with Semen Sterculiae Lychnophorae?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Drinking water infused with Sterculia lychnophora (Pang Dahai) offers multiple health benefits, primarily including clearing heat and moistening the lungs, relieving sore throat and detoxifying, and lubricating the intestines to improve bowel movements. Sterculia lychnophora is sweet and cold in nature and enters the lung and large intestine meridians. It can effectively alleviate symptoms such as hoarseness caused by lung heat, dry cough without phlegm, and sore throat. It also serves as an auxiliary treatment for conditions like pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and symptoms of fever and dry mouth caused by the common cold. Additionally, Sterculia lychnophora contains mucilaginous substances that form a protective film on the surface of the throat, soothing throat discomfort, promoting intestinal motility, and improving constipation. Moreover, it helps to stimulate saliva production and relieve symptoms of dry mouth and thirst. However, due to its cold nature, Sterculia lychnophora should not be consumed excessively or over a prolonged period, as it may cause adverse effects such as abdominal pain and diarrhea. Individuals with deficiency-cold in the spleen and stomach should use it cautiously. When using Sterculia lychnophora, it is advisable to follow medical advice or consume it in moderation.
