1、Coix Seed
Coix seed can moisturize the skin, whiten and replenish moisture, promote qi and blood circulation, and regulate menstrination to relieve pain. Coix seed is known as the "commoner queen in traditional Chinese medicine." Coix seed can make the body cold and deficient, so women with a cool constitution are not suitable for long-term consumption. Pregnant women and women during their menstrual period should avoid it. Additionally, the carbohydrates in coix seed are quite sticky, and eating too much can hinder digestion.
2、Cassia Seed
Cassia seed is sweet, bitter, and cold in nature, and has the effects of lowering lipids, relieving constipation, and detoxifying.
For women with a cold constitution, cassia seed can cause diarrhea and deficiency-cold. Especially for those with a deficient-fat constitution, do not consume cassia seed, as it may worsen your indigestion. It not only fails to break down fat but also prolongs the time food is stored in your body, taking you further from your weight loss goals. 9-15 grams is the safe dosage for cassia seed.
3、Aloe Vera
From moisturizing and sun protection, to freckle removal and wrinkle reduction, nourishing the skin to keep it soft and supple, and even preventing aging and protecting hair, aloe vera is almost a all-rounder in beauty.
Although aloe vera has medicinal and beauty benefits, it also contains certain toxins. Reports have indicated that consuming 9-15 grams of aloe vera can lead to poisoning, causing symptoms like nausea and diarrhea. Nowadays, some women use raw aloe vera as a main course. In the view of experts, this is a terrifying thing because aloe vera is cold in nature, bitter in taste, and has a purgative effect; it can even be used externally to treat burns, which shows how deep its cold nature is. People with a cold constitution should use it with caution. Whether eaten raw or cooked with warming foods, 5 grams per day is generally enough. Remember to always peel it before eating.
4、Honeysuckle
Honeysuckle has the effect of reducing internal heat and expelling dampness. The linarin it contains can strongly penetrate pores, inhibit and kill bacteria, and prevent blockage of the pilosebaceous ducts, which is beneficial for the excretion of sebum and prevents sebum buildup from forming acne. People with a weak spleen and stomach often have symptoms like indigestion, bloating, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and deficient obesity. It is better for them to use less honeysuckle. Honeysuckle is bitter and cold in nature. Excessive consumption may cause nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms, worsening the imbalance of the spleen and stomach. The conventional dosage of honeysuckle is 10-30 grams.
5、Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum has beauty-enhancing effects. The essential oils and chrysanthemin it is rich in can effectively inhibit the production of skin's melanin toxins and soften epidermal cells, thus removing wrinkles and making facial skin fair and tender.
Chrysanthemum tea is probably the most reassuring tea beverage for people, thinking that anyone can drink it. This is not actually the case. Chrysanthemum is also considered a cold medicinal herb. People with a weak constitution have low resistance and are prone to diarrhea, so it is better for them to drink it less.