The benefits and drawbacks of drinking honeysuckle soaked in water for a long time are as follows: 1. Benefits
1. Clearing heat and detoxifying: Honeysuckle has a cold nature and helps to eliminate heat toxins in the body. It has a relieving effect on symptoms such as carbuncle, sore throat, mouth and tongue sores, and redness and swelling of the eyes caused by heat toxins.
2. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory: The main antibacterial components in honeysuckle, such as chlorogenic acid, have inhibitory effects on various bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, and Shigella, helping to reduce the risk of infection.
3. Enhancing immunity: Flavonoids in honeysuckle can regulate cell activity in the immune system, promote the generation and function of immune cells, and thus enhance the body's immune function.
4. Lowering blood lipids: The triterpenoid saponins in honeysuckle help reduce the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, reduce the accumulation of fat in the body, and have some help in preventing cardiovascular diseases.
5. Anti inflammatory: Honeysuckle has inhibitory and bactericidal effects on some bacteria, and has a certain therapeutic effect on some inflammations. 2、 Disadvantages
1. Spleen and stomach deficiency cold: Honeysuckle has a cold nature, and long-term consumption can easily damage the yang qi of the spleen and stomach, leading to spleen and stomach deficiency cold, which may cause symptoms such as bloating, loss of appetite, and abdominal pain.
2. Diarrhea: Honeysuckle has the effect of promoting intestinal peristalsis, which may stimulate the intestinal mucosa. When consumed excessively, the intestinal peristalsis is too fast and water cannot be fully absorbed, which may lead to diarrhea.
3. Allergy: Honeysuckle contains some proteins and pollen, and some people with allergies may experience allergic reactions such as rash and itching after drinking it.
4. Impact on menstrual cycle: Drinking honeysuckle infused water during menstruation may cause cold coagulation and blood stasis in women, leading to poor menstrual flow and causing menstrual disorders, dysmenorrhea, and other problems.
5. Damage to Yang Qi: Long term and excessive consumption of honeysuckle tea can lead to the accumulation of cold components, which may deplete the body's Yang Qi.
6. Dysdigestion: Tannic acid contained in honeysuckle water can bind with proteins and iron elements in the human body, producing substances that are not easily absorbed by the body and affecting the absorption of nutrients.
7. Insomnia: Gold and silver flower water contains substances such as caffeine and catechins, which can affect the nervous system and keep the brain in an excited state after being absorbed by the human body. Drinking a large amount may lead to insomnia.
8. Endocrine disorders: Drinking a large amount of honeysuckle infused water can have an impact on the body's endocrine system, especially for girls. If excessive amounts of honeysuckle water are consumed, it may increase menstrual flow and prolong the menstrual cycle.
9. Liver and kidney function damage: Honeysuckle water contains a large amount of organic matter and trace elements, which will be metabolized by the liver and kidneys after entering the human body. If excessive consumption of honeysuckle water increases the workload of the liver and kidneys, it may lead to liver and kidney function damage.
Although soaking honeysuckle in water has multiple benefits, long-term excessive consumption may also bring some adverse effects. It is recommended to drink in moderation according to one's own situation and under the guidance of a doctor.