The way to drink Poria in water is to take an appropriate amount of Poria, boil water for a few minutes and drink. The active ingredients in the water are limited and generally do not achieve the therapeutic effect.
Poria is a traditional Chinese medicine that can diuretic and seepage dampness (promote the flow of water to dispel dampness), strengthen the spleen and stomach, and tranquilize the mind. It is mainly used in the treatment of edema, phlegm (a pathological product of impaired water metabolism), diarrhea due to spleen deficiency, palpitation and insomnia. Poria can be decocted with Chen Pi or yam and licorice. Adverse reactions are not clear.
Generally Poria needs to be boiled in boiling water and then smothered for about ten minutes. If the taste and texture is poor, you can add an appropriate amount of honey for flavor. In addition, Poria can also be used in daily life to make medicinal meals, such as Poria powder, lotus seeds, Coix Seed and rice porridge together, which can play a role in strengthening the spleen and eliminating dampness.
Although Poria has certain therapeutic effects, it should be taken in moderation under the professional guidance of Chinese medicine practitioners. Patients with discomfort are advised to consult a doctor in time, and should not take medication on their own to avoid delaying their condition.