Can children eat Guilinggao?

Guilinggao is a traditional health food in the south because it contains protein, amino acids, carbohydrates, etc., which are minerals needed by the human body. However, because Guilinggao is cold in nature, it cannot be eaten too much, and children are advised to eat less.

??1. Guilinggao is a traditional health food popular in southern my country. It is made from a variety of animal and plant materials. Its nutrients include animal glue, protein, amino acids, carbohydrates, vitamin C and essential minerals such as calcium, phosphorus and sodium. It is low in calories, fat and cholesterol. Because the ingredients in tortoise shell, poria cocos, aloe vera, ganoderma lucidum, longan, pearl, etc. in tortoise jelly are Chinese medicinal materials themselves, according to the theory of "medicine and food have the same origin", tortoise jelly as a food can not only satisfy people's appetite and supplement a variety of nutrients, but also have a certain promoting effect on human health.

2. However, judging from the composition of Guilinggao, it has the effects of clearing away heat and relieving fire, moistening the lungs and relieving cough, nourishing yin and tonifying the kidneys. It also has an improving effect on dry and aging skin, constipation, acne in young people, and inflammation of the female reproductive system. However, not everyone can eat Guilinggao, because it contains ingredients such as aloe vera. Since aloe vera has a laxative effect, pregnant women and children should try to eat less or not eat it.

3. There are two points to note:

1. Since Guilinggao is cold in nature, it is not suitable for people with weak spleen and stomach, poor appetite, and loose stools. Once abdominal pain, loss of appetite, diarrhea, etc. occur, it should be discontinued immediately.

2. The effects of Guiling Decoction: nourishing yin, clearing away heat, and removing dampness and toxins. Drinking Guiling Decoction regularly can help treat skin boils and chronic eczema. Generally, children can drink this soup to prevent and relieve prickly heat and boils.