Can I eat Houttuynia cordata during breastfeeding?

As early as 2,000 years ago, Houttuynia cordata root was taken as a health-care vegetable and fruit. It is also a natural plant antibiotic that has a good antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, and its toxic side effects are very small. Therefore, it is safe for pregnant women and children. So, can breastfeeding mothers eat Houttuynia cordata root?

Houttuynia root can be taken during breastfeeding. In the classification of traditional Chinese medicine, Houttuynia root is a Chinese herbal medicine for clearing away heat and removing fire. It has excellent effects, especially for lung diseases. It is safe and slightly toxic. Long-term clinical use has no obvious toxic side effects, so mothers can take it safely during breastfeeding. As a plant antibiotic, the most valuable thing about Houttuynia cordata root is that its medicinal effect can clear the three burners of the body from top to bottom. It can cure everything from pharyngitis and pneumonia to urethritis, vaginitis, nephritis and even skin inflammation and herpes. For infections caused by various bacteria and viruses, such as wind-heat cold, influenza, urogenital infection, urinary tract infection, etc., Houttuynia root is their natural enemy. Therefore, if breastfeeding mothers have the above symptoms, they can take some Houttuynia cordata root appropriately. In addition, breastfeeding mothers are prone to anxiety, and taking Houttuynia cordata root can also have a calming effect. It is recommended to take appropriate Houttuynia cordata root after mixing it with boiling water.

Benefits of eating Houttuynia cordata root during breastfeeding: Houttuynia cordata root has a unique taste and is high in nutrients. Contains protein, fat and rich carbohydrates. Houttuynia root can also be used as medicine, which has the functions of clearing away heat and removing fire, promoting urination and reducing swelling, strengthening the spleen and appetite, and promoting qi circulation. Houttuynia cordata root is classified as a Chinese herbal medicine for clearing away heat and removing fire in traditional Chinese medicine. It has excellent effects on lung diseases, is safe and slightly toxic, and has no significant side effects in long-term clinical use. It is a suitable medicine for breastfeeding mothers.

Special attention should be paid when taking Houttuynia root during breastfeeding: Houttuynia root is a medicine after all, and the dosage should be controlled when taken. Breastfeeding mothers can consult a doctor if they are unsure of the dosage or whether their physical fitness is suitable for taking Houttuynia root. In addition, in addition to drinking houttuynia water, breastfeeding mothers can also have a variety of other gentle ways to relieve the heat: such as drinking more water, eating more vegetables and fruits, and avoiding spicy and irritating foods.

Raw materials for Houttuynia root and jujube tea: 50 grams of Houttuynia root, 15-20 jujubes, and 4-5 dried longans. 1. Wash the houttuynia root and jujube, and peel the dried longan. 2. Add water to the stone pot, put the raw materials in and bring to a boil, then simmer for about 20 minutes. 3. Hot drinks are very comfortable in winter. The strange smell of the houttuynia root is gone, and only the slightly sweet jujube fragrance is exuded, which is very delicious. Ingredients for Houttuynia Root Pork Ribs Soup: 1 pound of pork ribs, 50 grams of Chinese yam, 2 bags of Houttuynia tea, 5 grams of licorice, 5 grams of jujube, 5 grams of wolfberry, appropriate amount of salt, and a small amount of fermented rice. Method: 1. Put the pork ribs into boiling water and blanch them to remove the blood. Then put them into the hot pot. Add 2500cc of water and Houttuynia cordata tea bag and cook for 30 minutes. 2. Then add licorice, yam, jujube and wolfberry and cook for 20 minutes. Add salt and rice wine and mix well.