Herbal Tea Name: Jixueteng and Jujube Drink
Chinese Name: 鸡血藤大枣饮
How To Make
Wash the Jixueteng, slice it, sun-dry it, place it in a cloth bag, tie the bag closed, and put it in a pot with the red dates. Add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer until the liquid thickens. Remove the Chicken Blood Vine bag, and the drink is ready.
Efficacy
Nourishes and Activates Blood Circulation: Jixueteng promotes bone marrow hematopoiesis, while red dates are rich in iron and cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP). When combined, they can alleviate symptoms of blood deficiency, such as pale complexion, dizziness, and fatigue.
Regulating Menstruation and Relieving Pain: Jixueteng dilates blood vessels and improves pelvic blood circulation, helping to alleviate blood stasis-related issues such as scanty menstruation, dark-colored menstrual blood with clots, and dysmenorrhea; red dates harmonize the medicinal properties and mitigate the drying nature of Jixueteng.
Improving Anemia: The iron and vitamin B12 in red dates are essential for red blood cell production, while Jixueteng polysaccharides stimulate the proliferation of hematopoietic stem cells, providing supportive treatment for iron-deficiency anemia.
Indications
Suitable for all types of leukopenia.
Usage
Take in the morning and afternoon.
Jixueteng and Jujube Drink，From *Proven Tea, Decoction, and Soup Recipes for Common Ailments*,Tonifies qi, strengthens the spleen, and increases white blood cell count. Suitable for all types of leukopenia.
Important Notes
Jixueteng promotes blood circulation; it is contraindicated for pregnant women and should be avoided during periods of heavy menstrual flow. Individuals with yin deficiency and excessive internal heat (often characterized by dry mouth, sore throat, hot flashes, and night sweats) should reduce the dosage, and those with spleen and stomach deficiency-cold should also use it with caution.
Avoid eating raw, cold, or greasy foods while taking this medication. If you develop a rash or experience diarrhea, stop taking it immediately. If you are taking this medication long-term, it is recommended that you have your blood clotting function checked regularly.
Commentary
Jixueteng acts as the chief herb, anchoring the herbal tea formula overall action. Jujubes (Da-zao) act as the coordinating (envoy) herb, working to tonify qi, nourish blood and calm the spirit, harmonize the formula and unite the separate actions into one. Collectively, the combination tonify qi, strengthen the spleen, increases white blood cell count, addressing the leukopenia pattern.