Diet Tea

Common Name:

Generic Name:

Foliu Sennae

Herbal Indications:

Cleanses the intestinal tract; constipation; mild diuretic; edema conditions.

Contraindications:

Diarrhea; allergic reactions to the herb.

Others:

NOT for pregnant women.

Common Dosage:

3 - 9 grams

Ingredients:

Faxieye (15g)
crushed green tea leaves (Oolong) (100g)

Preparations:

Mix the ingredients together. Take one teaspoon to make a cup of tea. Take one cup before breakfast and dinner.

Others:

This tea helps gradual weight reduction and cleanses the intestinal tract. NOT FOR PREGNANT WOMEN!

Red Date Tea

Common Name:

Generic Name:

Fructus Jujubae

Herbal Indications:

A mild tonic for the circulation and Qi system; anemic; indigestion; loss of appetite; short of breath; insomnia due to nervousness; lack of strength and energy; diarrhea; depressive moods.

Contraindications:

Allergic reactions to the red date.

Others:

Usually the seed is removed from the red date because it causes dryness of mouth. It is a very common ingredient in vegetarian cooking.

Common Dosage:

10 grams

Ingredients:

10 seedless Red dates, 30g Radix Codonopsis, Dangshen

Preparations:

Simmer the ingredients in 500 - 800ml water for 45 - 60 minutes. Filter. Use as a fluid supplement.

Others:

This recipe is helpful for depression , especially before childbirth; promotes energy; general weakness with anemic symptoms; frequent palpitation and shortness of breath; menopause symptoms.

Dandelion Tea

Common Name:

Generic Name:

Herba Taraxaci

Herbal Indications:

Cleansing and detoxifying effects; reduces swelling of certain tissues; diuretic; cystic-like swelling of the breast tissue; redness of the eyes; sore throat; mild urinary tract discomforts.

Contraindications:

Allergic reactions to the herb, extremely weak physical conditions.

Others:

Collect the plants before flowering from clean fields of hillsides. Cab be dried in the sun for future use.

Common Dosage:

9 - 16 grams

Ingredients:

Whole Dandelion plant (1 or 2)

Preparations:

Wash the plant. Brew with about 600ml of water. Use as fluid supplement.

Others:

Dandelion has anti-bacterial effects that can be used on skin infections such as boils.

Yiyiren Tea

Common Name:

Generic Name:

Semen Coicis

Herbal Indications:

Promotes a healthy digestive system; eliminates extra fluid from body - edema; diarrhea; cleansing effects; as a mild diuretic; stiffness of limbs.

Contraindications:

Allergic reactions to the ingredients.

Common Dosage:

30 - 60 grams

Ingredients:

30g Yiyiren  
30g Brown sugar

Preparations:

Simmer the ingredients with 600ml of water. Filter. Use as fluid supplement.

Others:

This recipe can help edema conditions and promote a healthy digestion system. When Lugen (Rhizoma Phragmitis ) 30g is added with Yiyiren and simmered for 45 minutes, it is a good recipe for children with teeth grinding problems.

Ta Gan Tea

Common Name:

Generic Name:

Raphani

Herbal Indications:

Gastric bloating; indigestion; constipation; diarrhea with mucus; fever; cleansing effects.

Contraindications:

Extremely weak physical conditions; allergic reactions to Ta Gan (rare)

Others:

Can neutralize Korean Ginseng's therapeutic effects.

Common Dosage:

10 - 20 grams

Ingredients:

Ta Gan (one or more), Ginger (100g)

Preparations:

Wash the ingredients, make the juices and mix, Simmer with 0.5 cup of water for 5 minutes.

Others:

The tea may help clear symptoms of coughing with a coarse voice during a common cold, phlegm and feeling cold. If symptoms persists, see your doctor.

Walnut Tea

Common Name:

Generic Name:

Juglandis

Herbal Indications:

Increases energy; soothes dry throat and skin; softens stool; weakness of back and knees; shortness of breath and frequent coldness; promotes libido and brain functions (Brain food).

Contraindications:

High cholesterol level; allergic reactions to walnuts; diarrhea; gout.

Others:

Usually the walnut meat is used for candy, bakery products and cooking. It contains plenty of vitamin B1, B2, proteins, fat and sugar.

Common Dosage:

3 - 10 grams

Ingredients:

6 - 10 Walnuts (whole nut)

Preparations:

Wash the walnut and then crush them. Brew with 600 - 1000ml water for 20 - 30 minutes. Filter. Use as fluid supplement.

Others:

It is helpful for conditions such as weakness and aches of the back, frequency of urination (especially at night), hiccups and constant diarrhea in the morning (around 5 - 7am).

Good Night Tea

Common Name:

Generic Name:

Medylla Junci

Herbal Indications:

Restless mood; mild diuretic; insomnia due to stress and worries; mild urinary tract discomfort; stomachitis.

Contraindications:

Allergic reactions to the herb; chronically weak physical condition.

Common Dosage:

1 - 3 grams

Ingredients:

Dengxincao (10 - 20g)

Preparations:

Brew the ingredients with one cup of water. Filter. Take the tea one hour before retiring. Take one dose per day for one week.

Others:

If the symptoms do not subside, see your doctor for further advice. This recipe has been quite popularly used for sleepless nights.