甘草
平Official ListGān Cǎo · Also known as: 国老、甜草根
Nature & Flavor
Nature: 平
Flavor: 甘
Meridians: 心、肺、脾、胃
Medicinal Effects
补脾益气清热解毒祛痰止咳缓急止痛调和诸药
Food Forms
泡茶煮汤调味
Nutritional Value
含甘草酸、甘草次酸、黄酮类、多糖等
Daily Usage
2-10g
Suitable Constitutions
Unsuitable Constitutions
Popular Recipes
甘草茶润喉止咳
甘麦大枣汤养心安神
甘草干姜汤温中散寒
Cautions
- ⚠不宜与海藻、大戟、甘遂、芫花同用
- ⚠高血压患者慎用
Storage
阴凉干燥处保存
Modern Research
甘草酸有抗炎、抗病毒、保肝的作用
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Best Season
四季