How many grams are two leaves of senna?

Many people suffer from constipation due to poor diet and frequent indiscriminate eating. Generally, senna leaves are used to assist metabolism, but the amount of senna leaves cannot be controlled. So, how many grams do two pieces of senna leaves weigh? How much senna should be drunk at one time? How many grams of senna should be brewed at one time?

It is difficult to say how many grams two pieces of senna leaves weigh, because the sizes of the leaves are different.

How much senna leaf should be taken at one time

Generally, 2-6 grams of senna leaves can be added at a time.

Senna leaves are cold in nature, slightly bitter in taste, and toxic. They are a strong laxative that will take effect within a few hours, so do not take too much. Generally, do not take more than 2 grams for mild laxatives and no more than 6 grams for severe laxatives. However, in special circumstances, the dosage can be increased to 10 grams.

Effects of taking too much senna

Many of the effects of taking senna vary from person to person.

Some people may experience bleeding in the digestive system, abdominal pain, diarrhea, black stools, nausea, vomiting, etc. when taking too much, but some people do not see any bowel-moistening effect when taking too much. Even if it varies from person to person, it is recommended to start taking it from a young age and gradually increase the dosage.

How to use senna leaf

Lubricates the intestines and promotes bowel movements

For laxative purposes, generally 3 to 6 grams of dried senna leaves are used every day. In severe cases, it can be increased to 10 grams. It should be soaked in boiling water before consumption.

Cleansing Enema

For cleansing enema before anorectal surgery, do not eat at noon the day before. Around 3 pm, prepare 10 grams of senna leaves and take it in small water.

Treat chest tightness

Generally, senna leaves are used together with other Chinese medicinal materials to treat chest tightness and shortness of breath. 3 grams of senna leaves, 1.5 grams of raw rhubarb, and 10 grams of orange peel are soaked in boiling water and consumed.

What should I pay attention to when taking senna?

1. Senna leaves are cold in nature and slightly bitter in taste. They have a strong laxative effect. Therefore, people with diarrhea due to deficiency of qi and blood, frequent constipation, women during breastfeeding, menstruation, and pregnant women are not suitable for taking senna leaves.

2. Although senna leaves have the effect of moisturizing the intestines and promoting bowel movements, they cannot be consumed as health tea and cannot be taken for a long time.