How to boil water and drink Chuanbei and pear

Chuanbei and pear boiled water usually have the effect of moistening the lungs and stopping cough, suitable for relieving symptoms of dry cough without phlegm or with less and viscous phlegm. Chuanbei has a slightly cold nature, returns to the lung meridian, and can clear heat and phlegm; Pear has a cool nature and can produce fluids and moisten dryness. When the two are compatible, it is recommended to use snow pear. After peeling and cutting, they should be stewed together with mashed Sichuan shellfish. After boiling, turn to low heat and simmer for about half an hour. Filter and take the juice for drinking. People with spleen and stomach deficiency cold should not take it for a long time, and diabetes patients need to control the dosage.

1. Material selection and treatment

Sichuan scallops are best with plump particles, white color, and firm texture. Before use, they need to be crushed into powder to facilitate the dissolution of effective ingredients. The juicy and sweet snow pear pear or Yali pear are preferred. Peel and core the pears and cut them into thumb sized chunks. If coughing is accompanied by yellow phlegm, a small amount of rock sugar can be added to enhance the lung moistening effect; If it is a cold cough, you can add two slices of ginger to mix the medicinal properties.

2. Boiling Method

Take 3-5 grams of Sichuan scallop and one pear, add about 500 milliliters of water. After boiling on high heat, immediately turn to low heat and keep the water surface slightly boiling while simmering for 25-30 minutes. Avoid using iron pots, it is recommended to use clay pots or ceramic pots. During the boiling process, do not frequently open the lid. Wait until the pear flesh is semi transparent before stopping and letting it sit for 5 minutes before filtering. The medicinal solution should present a light amber color, with a pear like sweetness and a slight bitterness of Sichuan scallops.

III. Dosage

Take 1-2 times a day, 100-150 milliliters each time, and warm administration is more effective. The dosage for children is halved, and children under 3 years old must follow medical advice. During use, avoid spicy and greasy foods, and do not drink continuously for more than 5 days. If coughing worsens or diarrhea occurs, it should be discontinued. This formula is contraindicated for those with wind cold and early stage of cold accompanied by clear and thin white phlegm.

4. Compatibility taboos

Chuanbei anti aconite medicinal materials should not be used together with Fuzi and Chuanwu. Patients taking cardiac glycosides should be cautious as pears with high potassium content may affect their efficacy. Long term consumption by individuals with yang deficiency constitution may lead to decreased appetite, and can be paired with spleen strengthening ingredients such as yam and Poria cocos.

Fifth, Principle of Efficacy

Fritillaria extract in Sichuan Fritillaria can inhibit the cough center, and the polysaccharides rich in pear meat can protect the respiratory mucosa. The synergy of the two can dilute sputum, alleviate airway spasms, and have auxiliary therapeutic effects on cough caused by autumn dryness injury to the lungs or chronic bronchitis. However, organic diseases such as bacterial pneumonia and pulmonary tuberculosis still require standardized treatment.

As a dietary therapy, Chuanbei Pear Water is recommended to be used in the early stages or relief period of symptoms. During coughing, indoor air should be kept moist to avoid smoke irritation. Massage the Fei Shu and Shan Zhong acupoints in daily life to help promote lung function and regulate qi. For those with weak constitution, practice the "left and right bow like shooting eagle" movement in the Eight Section Brocade to enhance lung function. If coughing persists for more than a week or is accompanied by symptoms such as fever and chest pain, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly to investigate the cause.