The Effects and Benefits of Luo Han Guo (Monk Fruit)
Disease description:
I have been coughing frequently lately, with a sore and swollen throat. My doctor suggested that I can brew luo han guo (monk fruit) to drink as tea. I would like to ask, what are the functions and benefits of luo han guo?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
The effects and benefits of Siraitia grosvenorii (Luo Han Guo) mainly include the following:
1. Clearing heat and moistening the lungs: Luo Han Guo is cool in nature and sweet in taste; it acts on the lung meridian. It has the function of clearing and promoting lung qi, moistening the lungs, and resolving phlegm, and is suitable for treating coughs, phlegm expulsion difficulties, dry coughs without phlegm, and other symptoms caused by lung heat.
2. Soothing the throat and improving voice: Luo Han Guo can clear and promote lung qi, soothe the throat, and improve voice. It provides effective relief for symptoms such as hoarseness, dry throat, and throat pain.
3. Moistening the intestines and relieving constipation: Luo Han Guo has a smooth and moist nature and acts on the large intestine meridian. It can clear internal heat and fire toxins, moisten the intestines, and promote bowel movements, thus helping to treat intestinal problems such as constipation.
4. Enhancing immunity: Luo Han Guo is rich in various nutrients, such as vitamins and trace elements, which can supply the body's nutritional needs, strengthen physical condition, and improve immunity.
