Natural Nutritional Fruits (16): Lychee

#Auxiliary Treatment #Lychee #Chronic Diarrhea due to Spleen Deficiency #Elderly Asthma #Hernia Pain #Nighttime Diarrhea in the Elderly #Anemia # Dietary Therapy Recipes

Lychee

• Nature and Flavor: Sweet, sour, and slightly astringent with a warm nature.

• Functions and Effects: Nourishes the spleen, benefits the liver, nourishes the heart, relieves thirst, and aids in digestion and pain relief.

• Auxiliary Treatment: Effective for conditions such as chronic diarrhea due to spleen deficiency, elderly asthma, hernia pain, nighttime diarrhea in the elderly, anemia, scrofula, and persistent hiccup.

• Dietary Therapy Recipes:

1) Chronic diarrhea due to spleen deficiency:

i. Method 1: Take 5 dried lychee fruits, 15 grams of Chinese Yam, 10 grams of Lotus Seeds, and 10 Red Dates. Prepare a decoction and consume.

ii. Method 2: Take 15 grams of dried lychee fruit and 5 Red Dates. Prepare a decoction and consume regularly.

2) Elderly asthma: Take 90 grams of lychee branches, prepare a decoction, and use it as a tea substitute.

3) Hernia pain: Take 50 grams of fresh lychee roots, prepare a decoction, and add rock sugar for consumption.

4) Nighttime diarrhea in the elderly: Take 5 dried lychee fruits, a handful of rice, and an appropriate amount of Chinese Yam or Lotus Seeds. Cook them into a porridge and consume.

5) Anemia and excessive menstrual flow: Take 30 grams of dried lychee fruit, prepare a decoction, and consume.

6) Scrofula: Take 50 grams of dried lychee fruit, 15 grams of seaweed, 15 grams of kelp, and an appropriate amount of rice wine. Cook with water, take one dose daily, and consume it regularly.

7) Persistent hiccup: Take 7 dried lychee fruits, burn the peel and core to charcoal, grind it into powder, and mix with warm water for consumption.

Note:

- It is not advisable to consume excessive amounts of fresh lychee, as it may lead to hypoglycemia (lychee disease).

- Individuals without cold and damp stagnation should avoid the use of lychee.

Please note that this information is related to traditional Chinese medicine and its uses. The translation provided is for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before using any herbs or treatments for medical purposes.

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(Disclaimer: The content of this video is only for the exchange of health knowledge and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a professional doctor before using diet therapy.)