Chrysanthemum tea is a natural coolant commonly used to relieve signs of 'heatiness', which may manifest physically as sore throat, dry mouth, ulcers, acne outbreak, etc.
While there are many varieties of chrysanthemum flowers out there, they all share these common benefits:
● Clears heat
● Expels wind-heat
● Detoxifies the body
● Brightens the eyes
However, different chrysanthemum flowers are more suited for different situations.
Our chrysanthemum comes from Zhejiang, China, using premium grade baby chrysanthemum buds that are harvested when the flowers are not fully bloomed.
It has stronger properties in clearing heat and detoxification than our Kunlun snow chrysanthemum varieties.
More suitable for relieving wind-heat cold/flu:
● Tends to occur more during the hot and dry seasons
● Symptoms include sore throat, fever, cough with thick yellow phlegm, runny nose with yellow mucus, dark yellow urine, and hard or dry stools
Dosage:
5g to 9g
Suggested use:
Infuse 2 teaspoons in hot water for about 5 minutes before consuming. For a cold brew tea, use room temperature water instead and refrigerate for 2 hours or longer if you prefer a stronger taste.
Note:
It is recommended to pour away the first brew to 'wash' the tea.
Ingredients:
100% natural dried baby chrysanthemum buds
Origin:
Zhejiang, China
Storage:
Best kept refrigerated
Recommendation:
Infuse chrysanthemum with wolfberries (gǒu qǐ; 枸杞) or red dates (hóng zǎo; 红枣) to relieve tired eyes and nourish the blood, or mix chrysanthemum with some honeysuckle (jīn yín huā; 金银花) and rock sugar to soothe a sore throat and dispel heat.
How to make a herbal brew to soothe a swollen and sore throat:
Rinse herbs before use. Put 10g Honeysuckle (jīn yín huā; 金银花), 9g Chrysanthemum Buds (tāi jú; 胎菊), 10g xuán shēn (玄参), 10g mài dōng (麦冬), and 3g gān cǎo (Liquorice Root; 甘草) into a pot. Add sufficient water to cover the herbs. Bring it to a boil and let it simmer under low heat for 20 minutes. Add rock sugar or honey to taste. Serve it warm. (Serving size: 1 to 2)
In TCM, 'heatiness' suggests an excess of Yang energy or deficiency of Yin. Apart from the hot weather, poor diet and lifestyle can also cause 'heatiness' to manifest in the body. For instance, frequently staying up late, overworking without adequate rest, consuming excessive 'heaty' foods, etc.
Examples of 'heaty' foods:
● Deep-fried, greasy or spicy foods
● Chicken, beef, or lamb meats
● Fruits such as durian, mango, longan, or lychee
● Alcohol, coffee, red tea, or chocolate beverages
Some signs of 'heatiness' or Yin deficiency include:
● Warm, feverish palms and soles
● Sore throat, fever, or ulcers in the mouth
● Hard and dry stools or constipation
● Dark or yellow urine
● Dry or bloodshot eyes
● Skin issues such as acne, eczema, and hives
● Feelings of restlessness, irritability, vexation, agitation, or anxiety
● Dream-disturbed sleep or insomnia
● Dry cough or cough with thick yellow phlegm
Note:
The information above serves as a general guide only. Please consult a licensed TCM practitioner for a more accurate diagnosis and treatment.
