In a quiet town, Mr. Zhang, a retired teacher, is accustomed to sipping his own medicinal wine at dusk every day. He was convinced that the bottle full of various Chinese herbs would help him stay healthy, until one day, he suddenly felt unwell and was rushed to the hospital. The results of the examination were shocking: long-term consumption of medicinal alcohol had caused serious damage to his liver and kidneys.
This story is not an isolated case, but a warning: medicinal wine, a seemingly ancient and mysterious health care method, is not suitable for everyone, let alone a universal tonic. As a veteran doctor, I have witnessed too many patients suffering unnecessarily due to misuse of drugs and alcohol. Today, I would like to share with you not only the scientific principles behind medicinal wine, but more importantly, how to prevent it from becoming a "poisonous wine" that endangers our health.
Medicinal liquor, with a long history, is not only a treasure of traditional medicine, but also a challenge of modern health management. Properly prepared and used in moderation, medicinal wine can harmonize the body and strengthen the body. However, if used indiscriminately, especially in large quantities over a long period of time, medicinal liquor may become a "poisonous liquor" that is harmful to health.
The benefits of medicinal liquor lie in its ability to promote the absorption and action of the medicinal ingredients, providing relief for certain symptoms. For example, saffron wine improves blood circulation, and astragalus wine boosts immunity. However, this benefit is often overshadowed by overuse and misuse.
Among the many medicinal and liquor ingredients, if some specific Chinese herbal medicines are used improperly, the damage caused to the liver and kidney cannot be ignored. For example, fritillary, guanmutong and tripterygium wilfordii, these herbs contain ingredients that are potentially toxic to the liver and kidneys. When they are metabolized in the body, they may produce free radicals that are harmful to liver cells, and long-term use in large quantities is more likely to lead to liver and kidney failure.
The liver and kidney are important detoxification organs of the human body, and once damaged, the functions of other systems will also be affected, affecting human health. Therefore, when choosing the ingredients of medicinal liquor, it is necessary to be cautious, especially for middle-aged and elderly people who already have liver and kidney problems, and these ingredients should be avoided.
A one-on-one consultation with your doctor is essential before considering medicated alcohol. Everyone's physique, health status and needs are different, and only through a professional health assessment can you determine whether a certain medicinal wine is right for you. This step can effectively avoid possible damage to vital organs such as the liver and kidneys.
Understanding individual differences is especially important when using medicinal liquors. A medicinal liquor may be beneficial to one person, but it may be ineffective or even harmful to another. Therefore, the choice and use of medicinal liquor should be fully tailored to the specific health status and constitution of the individual.
The use of medicinal liquor should follow the "principle of moderation". Even if it's good for you, drinking too much of it can cause *** or worsen existing health problems. It is recommended to strictly follow the doctor's advice to determine the frequency and dosage of drinking, and avoid self-dosing or long-term continuous use.
Certain medicinal liquor ingredients can be taxing the liver or kidneys during metabolism. Especially for people with chronic diseases such as liver and kidney insufficiency, abnormal glucose metabolism or increased systemic arterial blood pressure, they should carefully select and use medicinal liquor under the guidance of a doctor.
Health science is a field that is constantly evolving, and research on medicinal liquor is constantly evolving. It is advisable to consult with a medical professional regularly or through reliable health information channels for the latest research findings and recommendations to ensure that your choices and methods of use are based on the latest scientific evidence.