By Chef John
Simple to make using just four ingredients, you can easily sip on delightful tea in 30 minutes or less. In traditional Chinese medicine, chrysanthemum tea is used to promote liver and kidney health. One study found that components of the flower may help improve high blood sugar and possibly help prevent type 2 diabetes.
Dr. Jingduan Yang is a board-certified psychiatrist and practitioner of Chinese and Integrative Medicine. “Chrysanthemum has a special affinity to the energy channels that lead to the lungs, liver, spleen, and kidneys,” he says.
Goji berries contain healthy antioxidants and offer plenty of vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Fiber, and Iron. Research suggests that goji berries promote eye health, and strengthen your liver, kidneys, and lungs.
Astragalus, an Asian plant that’s been used medicinally for centuries, may improve your immune system and symptoms of chronic fatigue and seasonal allergies.
Known as ‘Jue Ming Zi’ in Chinese, Cassia seed has a sweet, aromatic, and bitter flavor. Studies showed that cassia seeds have effects on vision improvement, liver detoxification, and bowel relaxation.
Recipe
Servings: 1
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 3 pieces Dried chrysanthemum
- 1/2 tablespoon Dried goji berries
- 3 slices Astragalus root
- 1 tablespoon Cassia seed
- 1 quart Boiled water
Directions:
- In a medium teapot, add astragalus root, dried chrysanthemum, dried goji berries, and cassia.
- Pour boiling water into the teapot. Steep for 15-20 minutes.
- Ready to serve.
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