Functions, Benefits, and Contraindications of Longan Aril
Disease description:
It's often said by experienced traditional Chinese medicine practitioners that consuming longan pulp is beneficial to health, and that longan pulp can be used medicinally. However, I myself am not entirely sure exactly what benefits it offers. Therefore, what are the functions, benefits, and contraindications of longan pulp?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Functions and Benefits of Longan Pulp:
1. Nourishes the Heart and Spleen: Longan pulp can nourish the heart and spleen, effectively improving symptoms such as insomnia, forgetfulness, and palpitations caused by deficiency of both the heart and spleen.
2. Nourishes the Blood and Calms the Mind: Rich in iron and various vitamins, it helps promote blood circulation and improve blood quality, providing auxiliary therapeutic effects for conditions such as anemia and neurasthenia.
3. Moistens the Lungs and Relieves Cough: Longan pulp also has a certain effect in moistening the lungs, helping to alleviate dry cough with little phlegm or cough caused by lung dryness.
4. Enhances Immunity: It contains abundant antioxidant components, such as polyphenols, which help improve the body's immune function and enhance resistance.
Contraindications of Longan Pulp:
Despite its high nutritional value, longan pulp is not suitable for everyone:
1. Use with Caution in Individuals with Heat Constitution: Due to its warm nature, individuals with a heat constitution or excessive internal heat should avoid excessive consumption to prevent worsening of symptoms.
2. Use with Caution in Diabetic Patients: Longan pulp has a high sugar content; diabetic patients should control their intake to avoid blood sugar fluctuations.
