Description
Classic Prunella, Mulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Cooling Herbal Tea with Monk Fruit (Luo Han Guo Xia Sang Ju)
Ingredients
Prunella Vulgaris (Xia Gu Cao), Dried Mulberry Leaf (Sang Ye), Chrysanthemum(Ju Hua) & Monk Fruit ( Luo Han Guo).
Health Benefits
Clears heat, detoxifies, Clears the liver, moisten the lungs, soothes sore throat, improves eyesight, relieves headaches and eye fatigue.
• Mulberry Leaf (Sang Ye) – Disperses wind-heat, clears the lungs, and brightens the eyes.
• Chrysanthemum Flower (Ju Hua) – Clears heat, calms the liver, brightens the eyes, and relieves wind-heat.
• Prunella Vulgaris (Xia Gu Cao) – Clears liver heat, brightens the eyes, and reduces swelling and nodules.
• Monk Fruit (Luo Han Guo) – Clears heat, moistens the lungs, soothes sore throat, and relieves constipation.
Precaution
Cooling teas are not for everyone. Do not give to infants/toddlers without a practitioner’s advice .
· It should not be consumed if you have a cold, flu, cough, cold body constitution, a weak, cold spleen/stomach, women during menstruation and during a wind-cold type cold (exterior cold syndrome).
· Drinking too much overly chilled herbal tea in the refrigerator may trigger a cold-related cough (as it may become too cooling in nature)
· Avoid during menstruating.
· Pregnancy : Pregnant women should consult a healthcare professional before consuming herbal tea.
· Diabetics : Not recommended to diabetic patients as some of the herbs are naturally sweet.
Consultation with a physician / healthcare professional is advised prior to consumption for pregnant women, those with diabetes, any ongoing medical conditions, known allergies, or individuals on medication, especially when you have underlying health conditions.
** Disclaimer : Not a substitute for medicine. Individual results may vary.
Cooking Instructions
1. Rinse the herbal ingredients thoroughly.
2. Add all the ingredients into a pot. Cover with water 2000ml, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 1 hour.
3. Strain out all the herbs using a sieve, add a little rock sugar or honey to taste (Optional), according to your preference, but monk fruit tastes naturally sweet and delicious.
Tips
• The leftover herbs can be re-boiled for a second round.
• If you prefer a stronger brew, use less water – it’ll be more concentrated and the effects will be amplified.
• Do not shorten the boiling time – letting it simmer for the full duration is key to drawing out all the flavors and benefits.
• Strain – enjoy it hot or chilled, both are fantastic!
