How to consume Tianqi (Panax notoginseng)
Disease description:
I am 35 years old this year, and recently I have often experienced dizziness. After visiting the hospital for a check-up, the doctor diagnosed me with hypertension. A friend mentioned that I could take some Tianqi (Notoginseng) to improve my condition, but I have never consumed it before. May I ask, how should Tianqi be taken?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Panax notoginseng, also known as Sanqi, has the effects of promoting blood circulation to remove blood stasis and stopping bleeding. Its methods of consumption include:
1. When taken raw, Panax notoginseng is usually ground into powder and swallowed with water or warm milk, which can help prevent and treat coronary heart disease, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and other diseases. Additionally, raw Panax notoginseng can also be made into capsules or tablets for medicinal use, commonly used to treat bleeding caused by bronchiectasis and pulmonary tuberculosis.
2. Sliced or powdered Panax notoginseng can be soaked in high-proof white liquor at a ratio of 1:10. After being sealed and stored for one month, it can be consumed, one small cup daily. This method is suitable for individuals experiencing poor blood circulation or in the recovery phase after injuries.
3. In certain emergency situations, such as external bleeding or acute angina pectoris, Panax notoginseng can be chewed and swallowed directly, about 3 grams per dose, which can quickly exert hemostatic and pain-relieving effects.
4. Cooked Panax notoginseng emphasizes nourishing the blood and promoting blood circulation, suitable for individuals with physical weakness or anemia. It can be used in soups or porridges, such as Panax notoginseng pork rib soup or Panax notoginseng and Ganoderma lucidum soup, which can strengthen the body and replenish blood simultaneously.
