What should not be consumed with Tianma (Gastrodia elata)?
I've been eating some stewed pigeon with Gastrodia (Tianma), but I don't know if there are any禁忌 (contraindications or restrictions). I'm afraid I might have eaten something incorrectly, leading to adverse reactions. Therefore, I'd like to ask: What should not be consumed together with Gastrodia (Tianma)?
Doctor's answer (1)
The following are some common foods that should not be consumed together with Gastrodia (Tianma):
1. Cold-natured foods: such as crab, kelp, watermelon, etc. Tianma has a warm nature, while cold-natured foods may interfere with Tianma's warming and nourishing effects, thereby reducing its therapeutic efficacy.
2. Acidic foods: such as vinegar, hawthorn, lemon, etc. Acidic foods may chemically react with active components in Tianma, affecting its absorption and utilization.
3. Radish: Radish has a digestive and dispersing effect, which may interfere with the therapeutic action of Tianma, especially for individuals undergoing long-term调理 (regulation/nourishment) with Tianma.
4. Spicy and irritating foods: such as chili peppers, Sichuan pepper, black pepper, etc. These foods may irritate the gastrointestinal tract, affecting the digestion and absorption of Tianma, especially in individuals with weak gastrointestinal function.
5. Tea: Tea contains tannic acid, which may combine with certain components in Tianma to form insoluble compounds, affecting the absorption of Tianma's active ingredients.
When consuming Tianma, it is recommended to follow medical advice to avoid adverse reactions.
