What pot to use to cook Chinese herbs? Do I have to wash the herbs before cooking?

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Dear all,
In this video, I am answering two questions from subscribers or followers from Instagram or Facebook.
(1) What pot should we use to cook Chinese herbs?
(2) Do we need to wash the herbs before cooking?
Many people probably don’t think much about what pot to use and simply use what they have at home. I am glad that someone asked this question.
In summary, please don’t use cast iron, aluminium or copper pot. This is because there might be chemical interaction between these metals with the Chinese herbs. It may change the medicinal properties of the herbs. You can use any ceramic/clay pot, glass and stainless steel. These materials are more stable.
What pot to use :
00:00:46 What pot can’t be used?
00:01:54 What pot is recommended?
Should we wash the herbs:
00:05:49 For herbal decoction
00:06:15 For herbal soup or dessert soup
00:07:05 For herbal tea
As for if we need to wash the herbs before cooking, the quick answer is no. If you are concerned or just getting so used to washing everything before cooking, you could rinse the herbs quickly. But just make sure all the herbs are in their whole forms and no powder or small pieces that might be washed away. You can also soak the herbs before cooking. As for herbal tea, you can discard the first brew. I explain more in detail in the video. Please check out the video.
Enjoy cooking with Chinese herbs!
Lots of love,
Shirley
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All content in this channel is for informational purposes only. Herb properties and their uses mentioned in this video are only based on their TRADITIONAL uses and Traditional Chinese Medicine theories. They may not have been scientifically proven.
Recipes shared here are only for general wellbeing and MINOR symptoms. They are NOT to replace proper healthcare by your own healthcare providers. if any symptoms persist, please go to see your healthcare providers immediately. You SHOULD and MUST consult a registered/licensed physician or appropriately- trained healthcare providers in your community in all matters relating to your health.
Many herbs mentioned in this channel are also considered as food. However, not all herbs are safe. Many of them are not to be used at home or for long term/regular use without consulting your doctor or licensed Chinese Medicine Practitioner. Please also pay attention to the precautions of certain herbs I stated in the video. If you take western medicine regularly, please always check with your doctor.
If you are interested in using Chinese herbs to manage more complex symptoms, please contact your Chinese medicine practitioners for a proper consultation. If you are already seeing a Chinese Medicine Practitioner and notice what I shared here is slightly different from your practitioners, please don't freak out. This is because, with thousands of years of history, it is only normal that there are many different schools and thoughts of Chinese medicine. It is not that your practitioners are wrong. In fact, chances that what they said are right for you because they would understand your body and health status much more than me who doesn't know you personally. So, if in doubt, please always check with them.