Hangover according to Chinese Medicine
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A herbal formula that might help with hangover
Ge Hua Jie Cheng San
Source date: 13th century
Number of ingredients: 13 herbs
Key actions: Separates and reduces alcohol-dampness. Warms the Middle. Strengthens the Spleen .
Why might Ge Hua Jie Cheng San help with hangover?
Ge Hua Jie Cheng San has sometimes been used by TCM professionals to alleviate the symptoms of hangovers
Acupuncture points used for hangover
The four Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat hangover
Why might Japanese Raisin Tree Seed (Zhi Ju Zi) help with hangover?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat hangover as can be seen on Japanese Raisin Tree Seed's page.
Japanese Raisin Tree Seeds is a Neutral herb that tastes Sour and Sweet. It targets the Spleen, the Heart and the Lung.
Its main actions are: Clears toxins accumulated from alcoholic drinks. Relieves thirst and eases the mind. Stops vomiting, alleviates dysuria and relieves constipation.
Why might Kudzu Flower (Ge Hua) help with hangover?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat hangover as can be seen on Kudzu Flower's page.
Kudzu Flowers is a Cool herb that tastes Sweet. It targets the Spleen and the Stomach.
Its main actions are: Treats hangover and alcoholism. Stop bleeding.
Why might Pu'er Tea (Pu Er Cha) help with hangover?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat hangover as can be seen on Pu'er Tea's page.
Pu'er Tea is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Stomach and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Clears heat and dispels toxicity. Promotes the generation of body Fluids. Smooths digestion and eases hangover. Allows the release of toxicity from the surface.
Why might Roselle Flower Bud (Mei Gui Qie) help with hangover?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat hangover as can be seen on Roselle Flower Bud's page.
Roselle Flower Buds is a Cool herb that tastes Sour. It targets the Kidney.
Its main actions are: Eases hypertension and hangover. Eases coughing due to Lung Qi deficiency.
Other symptoms often associated with hangover
Excessive thirst Acid regurgitation Alcoholism Poor appetite Hangover headache Vomiting Constipation Dizziness Fever Restlessness