Common Misconceptions about Drinking Tea and Teas for Men's Health in Spring

Drinking tea has gradually become a widely recognized way of maintaining health, as it can regulate the body's functions and promote metabolism. It is a cheap and healthy method of health preservation. So, what are the common misconceptions about drinking tea? What tea is suitable for men to drink in spring? Let's take a look.

　　【Common Misconceptions about Drinking Tea】

　　1. Preferring Fresh Tea

　　Due to the short storage time, fresh tea contains a large amount of unoxidized polyphenols, aldehydes, alcohols, and other substances, which have a strong stimulating effect on the gastrointestinal mucosa. Drinking too much fresh tea can easily induce stomach problems, so it is advisable to drink less fresh tea, especially tea that has been stored for less than half a month.

　　2. Drinking the First Brew

　　Due to the contamination of harmful substances such as pesticides during the cultivation and processing of tea leaves, there is always a certain amount of residue on the surface of the tea leaves. Therefore, the first brew of tea should be discarded as it has a cleansing effect.

　　3. Drinking Tea on an Empty Stomach

　　Drinking tea on an empty stomach can dilute gastric juice, reduce digestive function, and increase the absorption of water, causing a large amount of harmful substances in the tea to enter the blood, leading to symptoms such as dizziness, palpitations, and weakness in limbs.

　　4. Drinking Tea after a Meal

　　Tea contains a large amount of tannic acid, which can react with iron in food to form insoluble substances. Over time, this can cause iron deficiency and even anemia. The correct method is to drink tea one hour after a meal.

　　5. Drinking Tea when Having a Fever

　　Tea contains caffeine, which can raise body temperature. Drinking tea when having a fever is like adding fuel to the fire.

　　6. Drinking Tea for Patients with Ulcer

　　Caffeine in tea can stimulate gastric acid secretion, increase gastric acid concentration, and induce ulcers or even perforation.

　　【Teas for Men's Health in Spring】

　　1. Goji Berry and Red Date Tea

　　Red dates are warm and sweet, nourishing the middle and enhancing qi, nourishing blood, and calming the mind. Goji berries are sweet and mild, nourishing the liver and kidneys, improving vision, and relieving fatigue. When brewed together, they not only taste delicious and nutritious but also enhance the complexion.

　　2. Chrysanthemum Tea

　　Chrysanthemum has the function of clearing the liver and improving vision, and it has certain effects on eye strain, headaches, and hypertension. Brew five to six chrysanthemum flowers after lunch every day and drink continuously for three months to see results. Add a little honey when brewing for better taste.

　　3. Lemon Tea

　　This tea can help with phlegm, relieve fatigue, and reduce headaches. The preparation is also very simple. Cut two to three slices of fresh lemon, add 1g of salt, and then brew with hot boiled water. This tea should be consumed while hot as it will taste bitter when it cools down. It can be drunk before or after meals without harming the digestive system.

　　Application: Suitable for symptoms such as kidney deficiency cough, back pain, impotence, spermatorrhea, constipation, and urinary stones.

　　4. Kudzu Flower Tea

　　Men who drink alcohol excessively can try kudzu flower tea. Kudzu flower is the flower of the kudzu root, and it has the effect of sobering up. Brewing it as tea can help with hangovers. Drinking alcohol in moderation is good for the body, but excessive drinking can cause serious damage to the digestive tract and liver. Prolonged excessive drinking greatly increases the risk of cirrhosis and fatty liver.

　　5. Polygonum Multiflorum and Rehmannia Tea