Gynostemma Oolong Tea

Category: Herbal Tea

Herbal Tea Name: Gynostemma Oolong Tea

Chinese Name: 绞股蓝乌龙茶

Formula

100 grams of Gynostemma pentaphyllum stems and leaves, 50 grams of oolong tea.

Main Ingredients

How To Make

After harvesting the Gynostemma pentaphyllum leaves, remove any impurities and sun-dry or oven-dry them. Mix with oolong tea and store for future use. Take 10 grams each time, place in a large cup, pour boiling water over it, cover, and let steep for 10 minutes before drinking.

Efficacy

It lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, and has tonic and anti-aging effects. Suitable for all types of fatty liver disease, it is particularly beneficial for those with hyperlipidemia or hypertension.

Usage

Drink frequently as a tea substitute; each cup can be rebrewed 3–5 times.

Commentary

Gynostemma pentaphyllum stems and leaves act as the chief herb, anchoring the herbal tea formula overall action. Oolong tea joins as the supporting deputy. Without a separate harmonizing herb, the herbal tea formula balance is achieved through the mutual tempering of its active ingredients. The overall effect is to lower blood pressure and cholesterol, has tonic and anti-aging effects, restoring balance within the fatty liver framework.

Gynostemma Oolong Tea，From *Proven Tea, Decoction, and Soup Recipes for Common Ailments*,It lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, and has tonic and anti-aging effects. Suitable for all types of fatty liver disease, it is particularly beneficial for those with hyperlipidemia or hypertension.

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