Homemade Health Teas: A Taste of Traditional Chinese Remedies

  The Chinese have always had a habit of drinking tea, which not only quenches thirst but also has certain health benefits. Homemade health teas are both economical and practical, making them popular. Here I will introduce a few recipes for health teas for everyone to try.

Goji Berry Tea

Goji berry tea nourishes the kidneys, liver, lungs, and eyes, strengthens bones and muscles, and improves fatigue. It is especially suitable for relieving eye fatigue caused by long-term computer use. Simply steep a dozen goji berries in hot water and drink regularly for two months for effective results.

Chrysanthemum Tea

Chrysanthemum has the function of clearing the liver and improving eyesight, and it has a certain effect on eye strain, headaches, and high blood pressure. Steep five or six Hangju chrysanthemum flowers after lunch every day for three months to see results. Add a little honey when brewing for better taste!

Rose Tea

Rose tea cools the blood and nourishes the skin, so it helps improve dry skin. It also has a good effect on treating bad breath due to its strong floral fragrance. Rose tea also aids digestion and fat elimination, making it effective for weight loss. It is best to drink it after meals. However, rose has a contracting effect, so it is not suitable for those with constipation.

Plum Blossom Tea

Plum blossom tea clears the liver and improves eyesight, and it soothes the throat. Drinking it regularly can treat headaches, sore throat, and bad breath. Steep 7 or 8 fresh or dried plum blossoms in boiling water and drink.

Honeysuckle Tea

Honeysuckle tea clears heat and detoxifies, and it soothes the throat. It can treat viral colds, acute and chronic tonsillitis, and periodontitis. Steep 10 grams of honeysuckle flowers in boiling water and drink regularly.

Apple Tea

Apple tea works wonders for treating headaches. Cut an apple into thin slices, simmer it in water to remove impurities, and drink it as tea. Drink it continuously for ten days to see results.

Lemon Tea

This tea helps promote qi circulation, eliminate phlegm, and alleviate fatigue and headaches. The method is very simple. Cut two to three slices of fresh lemon, add a gram of salt, and then steep in hot water. Drink it while it's hot as it will become bitter when cold. It can be consumed before or after meals without harming the stomach.

Safflower Tea

Safflower is from the western regions. It has a sweet taste and is non-toxic. It promotes blood circulation in men and regulates women's menstrual flow. It can increase or decrease blood flow. Modern medicine has found that safflower and safflower seeds are rich in vitamins and biologically active substances, which can nourish the blood, promote blood circulation, lower blood pressure, lower blood lipids, inhibit thrombus formation, protect the heart, and enhance beauty. Both safflower and safflower seeds can be used to brew tea, which is healthy and delicious, suitable for people of all ages. However, it is advised to drink less before bedtime to avoid excitement that may affect sleep.

Licorice Tea

10 grams of licorice, 5 grams of tea leaves, 8 grams of salt, and 1000CC of water. Boil the water first, then add the licorice, tea leaves, and salt. Boil for about 10 minutes before drinking. It can treat toothache, eye inflammation, and cough caused by wind and fire.

Lotus Leaf and Licorice Tea

100 grams of fresh lotus leaves, 5 grams of licorice, and 1000CC of water. Wash and chop the lotus leaves, boil the water, then add the licorice and lotus leaves and simmer for about 10 minutes. Filter out the lotus leaves, add an appropriate amount of sugar, and drink. It has the health benefits of clearing heat, relieving summer heat, diuresis, and thirst quenching.

Peppermint and Licorice Tea

More than 10 fresh peppermint leaves, 5 grams of licorice, 5 grams of green tea, 10 grams of Prince's ginseng, and 500CC of boiling water. Follow this proportion to prepare the tea.