Fast-paced life has taken a toll on many people's stomachs. It is said that stomach diseases are difficult to cure and must be treated by nourishment. So what kind of tea can be used to nourish the stomach? Let's find out with me below.
What kind of tea can be used to nourish the stomach:
1. Black tea
The important substance in tea, tea polyphenols, has astringent properties and has a certain stimulating effect on the stomach, especially on an empty stomach. However, black tea is different. It is made by fermentation and baking, which reduces the content of tea polyphenols and reduces the irritation to the stomach.
In addition, the oxidation products of these tea polyphenols can promote digestion in the body. Therefore, black tea not only does not harm the stomach, but also nourishes it. Regular consumption of sweetened black tea or black tea with milk can reduce inflammation, protect the gastric mucosa, and have a certain effect on treating ulcers.
Black tea is not suitable for drinking when it is cold, as it can affect its warming effect and reduce its nutritional content if left for too long.
2. Pu-erh tea
Pu-erh tea inhibits the growth of harmful microorganisms in the gastrointestinal tract while promoting the growth and reproduction of beneficial bacteria (such as lactobacillus). It has a good effect on regulating gastrointestinal function. Its alkaloids can promote the secretion of gastric juice, and its flavanols can significantly enhance gastrointestinal motility.
Drinking ripe pu-erh tea at an appropriate concentration does not have a stimulating effect on the intestines and stomach. The sweet, thick, and mellow tea water forms a film after entering the gastrointestinal tract, adhering to the surface of the stomach and protecting it. Therefore, long-term consumption of pu-erh tea can nourish and protect the stomach. Pu-erh tea also has the function of promoting gastrointestinal motility, so long-term consumption can help with bowel movements and prevent constipation.
3. Flower tea
1. Ginseng flower tea: Produced in Jilin, it is made from pure natural ginseng flowers. It has the functions of strengthening the heart and kidneys, generating body fluids, invigorating the spleen and stomach, regulating menstruation, promoting blood circulation, nourishing blood, calming the liver, protecting the skin, and promoting beauty.
2. Chamomile tea: It has a mild and sweet taste and can relieve muscle pain caused by headaches, migraines, or colds. It is helpful for stomach acid and nerves.
3. Lemongrass tea: It has the effects of moisturizing the spleen and stomach, aiding digestion, and lowering cholesterol.
4. Carnation tea: It has the effects of tonifying the kidneys and invigorating the spirit, invigorating the stomach, stimulating appetite, regulating blood lipids, and losing weight. This tea is suitable for brewing with ginseng flowers, roses, and other flowers.
5. White jade flower tea: It promotes qi circulation, relieves cough, and treats chronic bronchitis and prostatitis. It has the effects of warming the stomach, nourishing the heart, moistening the lungs, and protecting the skin.
6. Daidai flower tea: It has a bitter taste and has the functions of dispelling qi, resolving phlegm, dissipating accumulation, and relieving cough, as well as relieving stomach pain caused by cough and rebellious qi.
7. Buddha's hand flower tea: It has a strong fragrance and has the effects of dispelling qi, resolving phlegm, dissolving phlegm, promoting digestion, etc.
8. Jasmine and calamus tea: It promotes qi circulation, relieves depression, eliminates dampness, and invigorates the stomach.
4. Medicinal tea
1. Wumei ginseng tea: 15g Codonopsis pilosula, 15g hawthorn, 15g Polygonatum odoratum, 15g mung bean, 15g Wumei. After boiling these Chinese herbs and ingredients in hot water, add sugar to taste. It helps with pain relief and liver regulation.
2. Astragalus ginger tea: 15g Astragalus membranaceus, 10g Cinnamomum cassia, 30g jujube, 10g Paeonia lactiflora, 10g ginger, 30g maltose. First, boil Astragalus membranaceus, Cinnamomum cassia, ginger, Paeonia lactiflora, jujube, and other Chinese herbs in hot water, then add maltose after dissolving. It helps with strengthening the spleen and invigorating qi, warming the middle and dispelling cold, and relieving pain.
3. Dried tangerine peel licorice tea: 4.5g dried tangerine peel, 2g licorice, 3g bergamot, 3g North American ginseng, 3g white peony, 1.5g rose, 1.5g black tea. Grind the dried tangerine peel, licorice, bergamot, North American ginseng, white peony, rose, black tea, and other Chinese herbs and ingredients into coarse powder, then brew with hot water. It is beneficial for invigorating the spleen, warming the middle, regulating the liver and promoting blood circulation.
5. Precautions for drinking tea
1. Do not drink tea on an empty stomach: We know that people with poor stomachs already have weak gastrointestinal regulation function. If they drink tea on an empty stomach, it will immediately cause a reaction in the intestines and stomach, thereby increasing their burden and causing complete dysfunction of gastrointestinal function.
2. Do not drink strong tea: Similarly, strong tea contains a large amount of substances such as theophylline. Long-term consumption of strong tea can directly stimulate our body, causing weakness, indigestion, and other symptoms.
3. Do not drink hot tea: In the cold winter, we usually use boiling hot water to brew tea. However, this is also incorrect. Boiling hot water not only weakens the effectiveness of the tea itself, but also stimulates the stomach and oral mucosa, which is very harmful to health. The temperature should be warm, just enough to feel hot.
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