Dandelion can also be consumed as a traditional Chinese medicine and a daily dish. It has high nutritional value and has the effect of dispelling heat and detoxifying without too many side effects. It can also be used to make water in daily life. However, can children drink dandelion tea?
Children can drink dandelion tea, but it should not be eaten too much to avoid damaging the gastrointestinal tract. Dandelion is a heat clearing medicine, and if consumed too much, it can easily cause gastrointestinal discomfort, leading to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. Therefore, the daily consumption should not be excessive. If a child has symptoms of spleen and stomach deficiency and coldness, it is not recommended to drink dandelion alone. Dandelion has a slightly cold nature, and drinking it alone will damage the intestines and stomach. You can add mild foods such as ginger and jujube, and then soak them in water together.
It is best not to drink dandelion tea for children with low blood pressure, as it has the effect of lowering blood pressure and can worsen the condition. If a child has a cold and fever, they can drink it appropriately, which can have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying. Dandelion is rich in protein and has high nutritional value. It can also have a certain therapeutic effect on upper respiratory tract infections.
If a child experiences allergic reactions such as redness, swelling, and itching all over their body after taking dandelion tea, they should stop drinking it to avoid causing greater harm. Parents should match their children's diet reasonably based on their physical condition to avoid any discomfort symptoms.
