Ginseng is a precious medicinal herb that is commonly used by people to make tea. It has the effects of replenishing qi, nourishing yin, and calming the mind. So when is the best time to drink ginseng tea? And what season is suitable for consuming ginseng?
Best Time to Drink Ginseng Tea
On an empty stomach in the morning.
Ginseng is a medicinal herb that replenishes qi. It has a cool nature and a sweet taste. It has the effects of replenishing qi, nourishing yin, clearing heat, and generating body fluids. Taking it on an empty stomach in the morning is more conducive to the absorption of its medicinal effects, except for those with weak spleen and stomach.
It is not necessary to only drink it in the morning. It can be consumed in the afternoon as well. However, it is not recommended to drink it at night because ginseng has the function of anti-fatigue, and drinking it at night may affect sleep.
Best Season to Drink Ginseng Tea
All seasons are suitable, especially summer.
"Ben Cao Qiu Yuan" states: "Clears the lungs and kidneys, cools the heart and spleen to reduce fire, relieves heat, and relieves alcohol toxicity." Ginseng belongs to the heart, lungs, and kidneys meridians. It is commonly used for symptoms such as qi deficiency and yin deficiency, internal heat, coughing, wheezing with phlegm and blood, thirst, and fatigue. It is a nourishing herb that benefits the body in all seasons, especially in summer, because it replenishes qi, nourishes yin, and clears heat, which can lower fire and relieve heat.
How Many Times a Day to Drink Ginseng Tea
Around 3 to 4 times.
Drinking ginseng tea is the most common way to consume it in daily life. The general dosage is 3 to 6 grams. It contains ginsenosides, carotenoids, amino acids, volatile oils, and other components. Repeated brewing is more conducive to the absorption of its medicinal effects. Drinking ginseng tea 3 to 4 times a day is sufficient, and it should be brewed until there is no ginseng taste.
Flavor of Ginseng Tea
Ginseng has a sweet and slightly bitter taste when brewed into tea. It tastes slightly sweet with a hint of bitterness, and may have a slight earthy flavor. Ginseng can be paired with herbs such as Ophiopogon japonicus, Dendrobium, and goji berries for simultaneous consumption. In summer, ginseng can be brewed with licorice, chrysanthemum, and lotus seed hearts, which has the effect of relieving heat and quenching thirst.
What to Pair with Ginseng for Making Tea
Ginseng and Goji Berries
Ingredients:
10 grams of goji berries, 10 pieces of ginseng.
Instructions:
1. Place the ginseng in a kettle and add 500 milliliters of water. Bring it to a boil.
2. Put 10 goji berries in a cup and pour in the freshly boiled ginseng water. It is ready to drink.
Effects: Tonifies qi and blood, nourishes the liver and kidneys.
Ginseng and Ophiopogon japonicus
Ingredients:
10 grams of Ophiopogon japonicus, 4 grams of ginseng, 6 grams of Schisandra chinensis, 3 slices of fresh ginger.
Instructions:
1. Soak the herbs in a clay pot with cold water for 20 minutes.
2. Boil over high heat for about 15 minutes.
3. Simmer over low heat for 25 to 30 minutes.
Effects: Tonifies qi, nourishes yin, clears heat, and moistens the lungs.
