Western ginseng is not recommended for patients with phlegm-dampness. American ginseng is the root of Panax ginseng, a plant of the family Ginseng, whose effects are to replenish qi and nourish yin and to clear heat and promote the production of fluids. It is mainly used in the treatment of qi and yin deficiency, lung qi deficiency, lung yin deficiency, deficiency of qi and fluids in febrile illnesses, dryness of the mouth and throat, and internal heat and thirst (fever accompanied by the symptom of overeating, excessive drinking, excessive urination, and other symptoms) and other illnesses. Xiyangshen is cold and sweet in nature, injuring yang and helping dampness, which will increase the symptoms of phlegm-dampness patients, so it is not recommended to take Xiyangshen. In addition, it is not suitable for patients with weakened middle yang; it is not suitable for patients with cold and dampness in the stomach; and it should not be used with quinoa. If patients with phlegm-dampness need to take American ginseng, it is recommended to take it under the guidance of a doctor to avoid delaying the condition.