1、 What kind of people can eat

Houttuynia cordata is suitable for most people. Even pregnant women and children can eat it in moderation. Houttuynia cordata is especially suitable for people with damp heat in the spleen and stomach and full abdominal distension. It can clear away heat and detoxify and alleviate some conditions. It is also suitable for patients with inflammation. It can play an antibacterial and antiviral role. It is also suitable for people with poor appetite and improve appetite.

2、 What kind of people can't eat

1. Deficiency cold constitution: Houttuynia cordata itself is slightly cold, which can clear away heat and detoxify. If people with deficiency cold constitution eat Houttuynia cordata again, it will aggravate the deficiency cold of the body, worsen the physical condition, and lead to Yin blood deficiency.

2. Sore swelling and ulcers: people with sore swelling and ulcers are not suitable to eat. Sore swelling and ulcers themselves belong to Yin cold. If you eat Houttuynia again, it will aggravate this situation.

3、 What is it

Houttuynia cordata is also called broken ear root, Potamogeton crispus, lateral ear root, pig nostril, etc. Its Chinese scientific name is Houttuynia cordata. It belongs to the three white grass family and Houttuynia genus. It is mainly produced in southern China. Houttuynia cordata is a perennial herb with a height of about 30-50 cm. Its stem is relatively upright. Its color is often purplish red. Its leaves are alternate. Its texture is thin paper. It blooms in summer and its flowers are white.