Is it possible to eat moldy ginseng?

Can you eat ginseng if it’s moldy? Of course not. Don't think that anyone can eat ginseng, but it is a taboo for patients with high blood pressure. People with high blood pressure may feel that it is unfair to eat ginseng, as eating it will cause blood rush to the head and cause negative effects. However, there are so many supplements, you can still choose other ones. Young people are under great pressure at work, with elderly parents and young children to take care of, and they suffer from insomnia and nightmares every day. Older people feel that they have retired, that they are too comfortable, have nothing to do, and are a little forgetful. You can eat some human meals, which can relieve your symptoms.

The main producing areas of ginseng are Jilin Province in my country and northern North Korea, which is what we often call Jilin ginseng and Korean ginseng. Depending on the different processing methods of ginseng, there are white ginseng and red ginseng.

The main functions of ginseng are to replenish vital energy, strengthen the spleen and mind, and improve intelligence. It is often very effective in treating symptoms such as qi deficiency, weak pulse, lung deficiency and shortness of breath, spleen and stomach weakness, palpitations and sweating. Taking it regularly in small amounts can help prevent diseases and maintain health.

Ginseng is sweet, slightly bitter and slightly warm in nature. It enters the spleen and lung meridians. The main root is about 5-20cm long and 1-3cm in diameter. It is used to treat symptoms such as qi deficiency and collapse, spleen deficiency, lung qi deficiency, thirst due to loss of body fluid, restlessness, insomnia, palpitations and forgetfulness, qi deficiency and impotence. However, it is not suitable for patients with hyperactivity of liver yang and excessive dampness and heat, such as hypertension.

There are several common ways to take ginseng:

1. Grind into powder and swallow: Grind the ginseng into fine powder, take once a day, 2-3g each time, with warm water.

2. Make tea: cut the ginseng into thin slices, 3-5g each time, put it in a teacup or thermos cup, and soak it in boiling water instead of tea. Generally, it can be soaked several times in a row, and then eaten together with the residue after the taste becomes lighter.

3. Steam in water: Cut the ginseng into thin slices, take 6-9g, put it in a bowl with a lid or a small cup, add appropriate amount of water, and then steam it in water over low heat for 1 hour. Take it with the juice and residue.

How to store ginseng

The most important thing when preserving ginseng at home is to prevent it from getting damp, moldy or infested by insects. First, wrap the ginseng in moisture-absorbing paper and store it in a cool, dry and ventilated place. When wrapping ginseng in paper, be careful not to break the ginseng roots, otherwise it will be difficult to preserve.

Can you eat ginseng if it’s moldy? No. It is good for the mother who feels guilty after giving birth to eat some ginseng, because it can also improve the child's immunity while the child is drinking breast milk. Good food should be shared with everyone. Now I recommend ginseng as a tonic and introduce you to how to take it. Please store the ginseng well and don't let it get moldy.