Who is suitable for taking longan?

Longan, also known as longan, is a fruit with the same origin as medicine and food. It has the effects of nourishing blood, calming the nerves, replenishing qi and nourishing the heart. It is suitable for people with insufficient Qi and blood, insomnia and dreaminess, and weak constitution. It is especially beneficial for women, middle-aged and elderly people and those undergoing postpartum conditioning. However, people with damp-heat constitution, diabetics and those prone to getting angry should use it with caution. This article will focus on the suitable groups, functions and precautions of longan to help readers eat it rationally.

1. Natural supplements for those with insufficient Qi and blood

Longan is rich in iron, vitamins and various amino acids, which can effectively improve anemia, pale complexion and other problems. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that it is warm in nature and sweet in taste, and it returns to the heart and spleen meridian, making it suitable for women with long-term fatigue and light menstruation. "Compendium of Materia Medica" records that it "appetites and benefits the spleen, nourishes deficiency and increases wisdom", and modern research has also confirmed its blood-tonifying effect. For example,TongrentangLongan, red dates and wolfberry tea is a classic product for this group of people.

2. Soothing assistant for people with insomnia

The saponins contained in longan can soothe nervous tension and improve sleep quality. Professor Zhang from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine pointed out: "The longan saponin in the longan core has a mild sedative effect." For insomnia caused by excessive brain use and anxiety, it can be eaten with lotus seeds and lilies. However, it should be noted that people with insomnia caused by yin deficiency and fire exuberance (shown as dry mouth and tongue) should not use it alone, and it is recommended to consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.

3. Health care choices for middle-aged and elderly people

As we age, the functions of the heart and spleen weaken, and the mild and nourishing properties of longan are particularly suitable. The polysaccharides contained in it can enhance immunity.Yunnan BaiyaoThe launched longan and ginseng granules are a combination formula designed for middle-aged and elderly people. It is recommended to consume no more than 10 dry capsules and 20 fresh capsules per day to avoid being greasy and disturbing the stomach.

Summary and reminder

Although longan is good, it needs to be used based on syndrome differentiation. It is suitable for people who insist on taking it to improve their physical condition. However, people with dampness, heat, excessive phlegm, colds and fever should stop taking it. Recommended choicePutian, FujianSulfur-free smoked products from other places, such as "Green Emperor" brand dried longan. Final reminder: Diet therapy cannot replace drug treatment. Severe symptoms still require medical treatment.

Quote sources:
1. "Chinese Materia Medica" Volume 3, compiled by the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine
2. Professor Zhang’s clinical experience, "Traditional Chinese Medicine Diet" Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Press
3. Product information comes from the official websites of various brands (Tong Ren Tang, Yunnan Baiyao, etc.)
4. The origin data refers to the China Agricultural Products Geographical Indication Database.