Fresh Cistanchis can be directly brewed into wine.
Cistanchis is the dried fleshy stem with scaly leaves of Cistanchis or Cistanchis tubiflora in the family of Ledebouriidae. It is sweet, salty and warm in nature, and belongs to the meridian of the kidney and the large intestine, and has the effects of tonifying kidney yang, benefiting essence and blood, moistening the intestines and laxing the bowels.
Cistanchis can be used for kidney yang deficiency, essence and blood deficiency, impotence and infertility, lumbar and knee weakness, sinew and bone weakness, intestinal dryness and constipation. Its adverse effects are not clear, and it is contraindicated for those who suffer from deficiency of yin and fire, and loose stools (thin and unformed feces) and diarrhea. It is not suitable for people with solid heat in the stomach and intestines, or with constipation due to heat.
Cistanchis are usually used in Chinese medicine decoction after concoction. Fresh Cistanchis can also be taken in wine, which has the above mentioned effects. However, it should be noted that before taking Cistanchis in wine, it is recommended to consult a doctor and not to take it blindly.
However, it should be noted that it is recommended to consult a doctor before taking Cistanchis in wine.