In recent years, as people's attention to health has increased, people have become more and more concerned about food choices. American ginseng is loved as a common tonic. However, did you know that American ginseng is not suitable for everyone, and it also has some contraindications? In order to protect our health, it is necessary for us to know and keep in mind these taboos.
First of all, American ginseng should not be consumed in excess. Although American ginseng has the effect of nourishing the body and improving immunity, excessive consumption can lead to excessive yang energy in the body, and symptoms such as irritation and dry mouth appear. Therefore, we should pay attention to the appropriate amount when eating American ginseng, and not be greedy.
Secondly, American ginseng should not be consumed at the same time as certain medicines. The ingredients in American ginseng may interact with certain medications, affecting their efficacy. For example, ginsenosides in American ginseng may interact with anticoagulant drugs and antihypertensive drugs, resulting in a weakened or enhanced efficacy. Therefore, if a person is taking medication, they should consult a doctor before consuming American ginseng.
Thirdly, American ginseng should not be eaten at the same time as certain foods. American ginseng has a warming effect, while some foods have cold properties, such as persimmons, crabs, etc., and eating them at the same time may cause diarrhea, abdominal pain and other uncomfortable symptoms. Therefore, when consuming American ginseng, we should be careful not to pair it with these foods at the same time.
Fourth, American ginseng should not be eaten when you have a cold and fever. American ginseng has a warming and tonic effect, which is easy to make the body's yang energy excessive, and when you have a cold and fever, the yang energy in the human body is already strong, and eating American ginseng at this time may aggravate the condition, resulting in symptoms such as increased fever and thirst. Therefore, we should avoid American ginseng during periods of cold and fever.
Finally, American ginseng should not be consumed continuously for a long time. Although American ginseng has a tonic effect, long-term continuous consumption may lead to an increase in the body's dependence on American ginseng and weaken the body's own ability to regulate. Therefore, we should properly control the frequency of American ginseng consumption and avoid long-term continuous consumption.
In short, American ginseng, as a tonic, has certain health benefits, but it is not suitable for everyone. To protect our health, we need to know and keep in mind the contraindications of American ginseng. Do not consume excessively, not with certain medicines and foods at the same time, should not be consumed when you have a cold and fever, and should not be consumed continuously for a long time. Only when American ginseng is used correctly can we maximize its effectiveness and maintain a healthy body. Let's focus on our own healthy diet, stay away from discomfort and enjoy a healthy life.