Ginger Tea and Rose Petal Tea and Mint and Chrysanthemum Tea
1 min readGinger Tea
Ginger tea dispels cold, strengthens the functions of the stomach and intestines, and blocks diarrhea. It is also a valid remedy for stomachache.
2 teaspoons (10 grams) minced ginger
2 teaspoons (10 grams) green tea leaves
1½ cups (375 milliliters) water
Place the ginger, tea leaves, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and decoct for 10 minutes. Drink hot.
Rose Petal Tea
This tea stimulates qi and blood circulation and soothes the liver. It is a useful remedy for stomachache, breathing difficulties, and menstrual problems.
1 teaspoon (5 grams) dried rose petals, or jasmine petals
1½ cups (375 milliliters) water
Bring the water to a boil. Pour the boiling water over the dried petals, cover, and brew for 10 minutes. Drink immediately.
Mint and Chrysanthemum Tea
A good summer drink, this tea dispels heat, soothes the liver, improves eyesight, and aids digestion.
1 teaspoon (5 grams) dry chrysanthemum flowers
2 teaspoons (10 grams) sugar
2 cups (500 milliliters) water
1 teaspoon (5 grams) chopped mint Place the chrysanthemum and sugar together in a saucepan with the water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the mint and simmer for another 10 minutes. Drink immediately.
