Can Isatis root be consumed regularly?

　　When the seasons change, many families will prepare isatis root, and some people even use it as a daily drink to prevent discomfort. Is this approach feasible? Can Isatis root be consumed regularly? Under what circumstances is it suitable to use Isatis root?

Can Isatis root be consumed regularly?

　　Isatis root cannot be consumed frequently. As a common herbal preparation, its medicinal properties are cold and cooling. It is mainly aimed at the initial discomfort caused by wind and heat invasion. It can clear away heat, soothe the throat and relieve symptoms. In a healthy state, the body's yin and yang are in balance. Long-term consumption of cold isatis root will disrupt this balance, damage the function of the spleen and stomach, and may lead to loss of appetite, diarrhea, abdominal distension, etc. Moreover, drugs need to be metabolized by the liver and excreted by the kidneys. Frequent use will increase the burden on the organs, which is not conducive to body stability.

Under what circumstances is it suitable to use Isatis root?

　　1. When the early symptoms of wind-heat are obvious

　　It can be used for a short period of time when there are initial symptoms of wind-heat such as sore throat, dry mouth, fever and mild wind-heat. At this time, the medicine can act on the disease pathogen in a targeted manner, help relieve discomfort, and prevent further development of symptoms.

　　2. Short-term prevention under specific circumstances

　　In environments with dense crowds and high incidence of wind and heat, such as schools and office areas, when clustered discomfort occurs, you can drink a small amount of it for a short period of time as a supplement, but it should not be taken continuously for more than 3 days. Stop when symptoms do not appear.

　　3. Clarify the symptoms of wind-heat type discomfort

　　If it is professionally judged to be in the category of wind-heat and there are no other complications, you can take it at the recommended dose. It should be noted that it is distinguished from wind-cold, which manifests as obvious cold sensitivity, runny nose, etc. Using it at this time will aggravate the symptoms.

　　4. Help relieve throat discomfort

　　When wind-heat causes dry and sore throat and discomfort in swallowing, and there are no serious cases such as tonsillar suppuration, it can be taken with drinking water to help reduce local inflammatory reactions and relieve dysphagia.

　　5. People without basic spleen and stomach problems

　　It is safer to use it under symptomatic conditions for people who have good spleen and stomach functions and do not have long-term diarrhea or cold sensitivity. This group of people has better ability to metabolize drugs and has a relatively low probability of adverse reactions.

　　Isatis root needs to be used symptomatically and cannot be used as a daily drink. It is necessary to clarify the type of symptoms before use and avoid taking it blindly. If the symptoms are not relieved or worsened after taking it for 3 days, you should seek professional help in time and adjust the plan based on the specific situation.