Can Schisandra chinensis be drunk in water for a long time?



Long-term use of Schisandra chinensis in water is not recommended to avoid discomfort. Schisandra has the effect of astringency (astringent consolidation), qi and fluid generation (promoting fluid production by replenishing qi), tonifying the kidneys and tranquilizing the heart (tonifying the kidneys and stabilizing the heart and mind); however, the effect of infused water is limited, and generally fails to achieve a therapeutic effect.

Schisandra chinensis is used to treat chronic cough and asthma, spontaneous sweating (involuntary sweating during the day, aggravated by the slightest movement of the sweat), night sweating (abnormal sweating after falling asleep, sweating stops after waking up), spermatorrhea, spermatorrhea, prolonged diarrhea, thirst due to injury of the body fluid, thirst, palpitation (accelerated heartbeat, often accompanied by panic), insomnia, and dreaminess.

Those who have external surface evil (evil on the surface of the muscle), internal solid heat, or the beginning of cough or chasha rash should not take schizandra.

The effective dose of Schisandra chinensis in water is limited, and generally cannot achieve a therapeutic effect, if you want to achieve the desired effect, it is recommended to carry out regular treatment under the guidance of a doctor.

If there is any discomfort after drinking water infused with schizandra, it is recommended to stop using it and seek medical attention in time.