Astragalus, as a common Chinese herbal medicine, is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine because of its effects such as qi replenishment, surface fixing, diuresis and swelling. However, many people will experience symptoms of irritation after taking astragalus, which makes many people shy away from it. So, how to solve this problem? The answer is to take it with other Chinese herbs. Next, we will introduce several "perfect matches" of astragalus to double the benefits of astragalus without getting angry.
1. Astragalus and wolfberry are matched.
Goji berries, known as "Chinese treasure medicine", have multiple effects such as nourishing the liver and kidneys, benefiting the eyes and mind. Combining astragalus with wolfberry can play a role in nourishing qi and nourishing yin, nourishing the liver and kidneys, and has a significant effect on improving symptoms such as qi deficiency and fatigue, dizziness and dizziness. At the same time, wolfberry itself has the effect of nourishing yin and reducing fire, which can balance the warmth and dryness of astragalus, thereby reducing the risk of fire.
Second, astragalus and wheat Dong matching.
Mai Dong, slightly cold, has the effect of nourishing yin and nourishing the lungs and clearing the heart. Pairing Astragalus membranaceus with Ophiopogon can play a role in nourishing yin and invigorating qi, especially for symptoms such as dry mouth, shortness of breath and fatigue caused by qi and yin deficiency. The yin-nourishing effect of Ophiopogon can restrict the warmth and dryness of Astragalus membranaceus and reduce the occurrence of fire.
3. Astragalus and honeysuckle are matched.
Honeysuckle, sweet and cold, has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, cooling blood and reducing swelling. Pairing astragalus with honeysuckle can play a role in replenishing qi and nourishing yin, clearing heat and detoxifying. This combination is suitable for qi deficiency accompanied by heat symptoms, such as qi deficiency and fatigue, thirst and dry throat. The heat-clearing and detoxifying effect of honeysuckle can restrict the warmth and dryness of astragalus and enhance its tonic effect.
Fourth, the combination of astragalus and atractylodes.
Atractylodes atractylodes is warm, bitter and sweet in taste, and has the effects of strengthening the spleen and invigorating qi, drying dampness and improving water. Combining astragalus with atractylodes can enhance the effect of replenishing qi and strengthening the spleen, diluting water and reducing swelling, and is suitable for symptoms such as abdominal distension and limb edema caused by spleen qi deficiency. The spleen and dampness effect of Atractylodes macrocephalus can restrict the warmth and dryness of Astragalus membranaceus and reduce the occurrence of fire.
5. Astragalus and licorice are matched.
Licorice is flat and sweet, and has the effects of tonifying the spleen and invigorating qi, moistening the lungs and relieving cough, relieving acute and pain. Pairing astragalus with licorice can play a role in replenishing qi and relieving pain in the middle and acute areas. This combination is suitable for stomach pain, abdominal pain and other symptoms caused by weakness of the spleen and stomach. The analgesic effect of licorice can alleviate the adverse effects of astragalus on the gastrointestinal tract and enhance its tonic effect.
Through the above combinations, we can make better use of the efficacy of astragalus and avoid the occurrence of adverse reactions such as fire. When choosing Chinese herbal medicines for matching, you should choose the right herbs according to your personal constitution and symptoms. If necessary, it is recommended to mix and take Chinese herbal medicines under the guidance of a TCM practitioner. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to control the dosage and do not overdose so as not to cause unnecessary burden to the body.
In addition to the combination of Chinese herbal medicines, we can also adjust our physical condition through daily diet to prevent the occurrence of adverse reactions such as fire. It is recommended to drink more water, eat more vegetables and fruits, and eat less greasy and spicy food, etc., to keep the diet light and easy to digest. In addition, moderate exercise can also help boost metabolism and detoxification, and improve the body's immunity.
In short, through a reasonable combination of Chinese herbal medicines and daily dietary adjustment, we can make full use of the medicinal effects of astragalus and improve our physical condition without worrying about the occurrence of adverse reactions such as fire. When choosing Chinese herbal medicines, it is necessary to choose the appropriate herbs for compatibility and consumption according to the individual's constitution and symptoms. If necessary, it is recommended to mix and take Chinese herbal medicines under the guidance of a TCM practitioner.