What Are the Top Ten禁忌 (Taboos) of Eating Codonopsis?

Usually, people who are allergic, have abundant qi and blood, have excessive liver fire, are excessively physically weak, and others should avoid eating codonopsis root to prevent unnecessary damage to their health.

1. Allergic Individuals
If a patient has an allergic reaction to codonopsis root, consuming it may affect their health, causing symptoms such as skin itchiness, redness, and swelling. In severe cases, it may also be accompanied by respiratory difficulties.

2. Individuals with Abundant Qi and Blood
Codonopsis root has the effect of nourishing blood, but those with abundant qi and blood may experience over-nourishment after taking it, leading to symptoms such as fever, nosebleeds, and hematochezia.

3. Individuals with Excessive Liver Fire
Codonopsis root has a mild nature and a sweet taste, but patients who frequently consume it in excess may exacerbate liver fire, resulting in symptoms such as sores in the mouth and throat, sore throat, dry mouth, and bitter taste.

4. Excessively Physically Weak Individuals
Codonopsis root has a nourishing effect. If a patient is excessively physically weak and takes codonopsis root, they may not be able to tolerate the nourishment and experience symptoms such as dry mouth and thirst.

In addition, pregnant women are also advised not to eat codonopsis root to avoid affecting the fetal growth and development. Codonopsis root has the effects of nourishing the spleen and lungs, nourishing blood, and promoting the production of body fluids. It can be used for conditions such as spleen and lung qi deficiency, qi and blood deficiency, internal heat, and thirst. However, there are also the aforementioned contraindications. In daily life, it is necessary to follow medical advice and not use medications blindly. At the same time, attention should be paid to eating a light diet and avoiding spicy and stimulating foods.