Оздоровительные чаи

This category usually includes some plants that are not of tea origin (not related to the Chinese camellia variety). However, people are used to calling it tea. One of the reasons for calling this category tea was the use of the same processing methods as regular tea. As the name of this category suggests, these teas have a pronounced health-promoting, disease-preventing and general strengthening effect. The most famous and frequently used health teas are:

Jiao gu lan.

This is a perennial plant, a constantly growing liana, growing in the south of China. Previously, this plant was used to treat cough, phlegm in the throat, chronic tracheitis, infectious hepatitis. In the 70s of the last century, non-Chinese scientists conducted serious laboratory studies of the properties of this plant. As a result, unique properties were discovered. The use of this plant prevents the formation of various tumors at the cellular level, counteracts fatigue, strengthens the liver, promotes the fastest healing of stomach ulcers, regulates the formation of fat in the body and helps regulate metabolism. It is recommended to use with 20% green or jasmine tea to soften the taste. The taste is bitter, the aftertaste is sweet, refreshing. For its special properties, this tea is also called Ginseng of the southern regions. Regular use also helps strengthen the nervous system and cure some ailments. It has no side effects.

Du Zhong (Eucommia ulmaria).

This is a type of tree. Leaves and stems are used for processing. Slows down aging, strengthens health, reduces weight, helps treat liver and kidney diseases. It is indicated for high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, salt (acid) deposits in the kidneys and knees, impotence and frequent urination. The methods of preparing red and green teas are used for processing tea. The taste is fresh, tart, astringent. To improve the taste, about 30% of jasmine or oolong teas are usually added.

Lo pu ma (Siberian kendyr (azure)).

Herbal plant. The skin of the stems and fibers are used. Helps with high blood pressure, dizziness, headaches and unstable blood pressure. It is processed in the same way as green tea. Sugar or citrus peels are added for flavor.

Ju hua (chrysanthemum flowers).

Chrysanthemums of different varieties are used. They are used for diseases and stomach upset, to improve the balance between different organs and systems of the body, normalize urination, strengthen vision. Often used for colds. They are collected in November. Yellow chrysanthemums are considered the best.

San ya (mulberry tree).

In medicine, the leaves, fruits, branches and bark are used to make medicines. The leaves of this tree are eaten by silkworms, the fruits are used to make alcoholic beverages, and furniture is made from the wood. Therefore, the price of mulberry products is relatively high. The delicate buds of the tree contain flavonoid compounds, amino acids, various natural salts and fragrant oils. They are collected in the spring. First, the raw materials are laid out in bamboo forms, where they undergo a certain degree of fermentation. Then the raw materials are mixed with green tea and calcined, stopping the fermentation. Then they are dried over a fire. They are used for headaches, fever and heat in the body, cough.

Kudin.

The Latin name of the plant is Lactuca taiwaniana Maxim. The botanical classification places the plant very close to mate. It bears fruit in November. The tea is used to stabilize blood pressure, removes cholesterol from the blood, and is recommended for diabetics. Drinking a glass of tea every day half an hour after eating helps stabilize excess fat, which ultimately leads to weight loss. For stomach upset and constipation, it is recommended to eat freshly brewed tea leaves. Tea leaves can be used as eye lotions, they help relieve computer vision syndrome and remove puffiness and dark circles under the eyes. Kudin quenches thirst well, and taking it in the evening reduces unwanted appetite. It has a pronounced therapeutic effect, has an antipyretic, detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, bactericidal effect, helps remove phlegm, stops coughing, tones the stomach, improves digestion, invigorates, increases tone, helps reduce weight, exhibits an anti-cancer effect, protects against radioactive radiation, reduces the level of lipids in the blood and cholesterol. Kudin has an anti-inflammatory effect, removes poisons and slags from the body. It has a diuretic effect, relieves hangover syndrome, optimizes blood pressure. With regular use, it gives vitality, longevity, cleanses the body, increases potency, smoothes wrinkles, improves vision. Clinical studies show that kudin tea can be successfully used to treat nicotine and alcohol addiction, obesity, hypertension and hypotension without causing side effects. Slimming tea is also recommended for atherosclerosis of the heart, brain and lower extremities, ischemic heart disease, angina, post-infarction cardiosclerosis, hypertension, vegetative-vascular dystonia, nervous tension, fatigue. It is considered a cosmetic tea that gives beauty.

Ginseng

This is a well-known plant in Russia. The spectrum of action is quite wide, it helps well with fatigue. It is most suitable for middle and old age.

Translation from Chinese: Skorokhodov V.V.