Can honeysuckle leaves be soaked in water to drink? What are the effects and functions of soaking leaves in water?

1. Can the leaves be soaked in water and drunk?

Of course, its leaves can be soaked in water and drunk. Not only are they non-toxic, they also have many functions and effects. Because they all originate from honeysuckle, the effects of the leaves are very similar to those of the vines and flowers. However, the tissue structure on the leaves is thicker, so the medicinal ingredients contained in it are not easy to be precipitated. It is recommended to boil it before taking it, which will have a better effect.

2. The efficacy and function of soaking leaves in water

1. Reduce swelling and relieve pain: Its leaves have a stronger effect in clearing away heat and detoxifying, and are better for treating redness, swelling, heat and pain, carbuncles and sores. However, when treating this kind of disease, it is recommended to use it externally, just apply it directly to the affected area, which will have a better effect.

2. Clearing heat and detoxifying: It can completely replace honeysuckle in clearing heat and detoxifying, but its medicinal properties are relatively much weaker, so the dosage should be larger. It can be used to treat symptoms such as fever and sore throat. In addition, the medicinal ingredients in it have inhibitory effects on streptococci and staphylococci, and can have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.

3. Dispel wind and dampness: Its leaves can dispel wind and dampness, and relieve wind and dredge meridians. However, when treating this type of disease, it is recommended to take it internally and apply it externally at the same time, so that the effect will be better. The effect of just drinking water is not obvious and the effect is slow to appear.