Green Peel and Perilla Stem Tea，From *Proven Tea, Decoction, and Soup Recipes for Common Ailments*,Relieves liver stagnation, regulates qi, and balances menstruation. Suitable for menstrual irregularities caused by liver qi stagnation, characterized by irregular menstrual cycles, delayed periods, variable flow volume, dark-colored blood with clots, breast distension, chest tightness, pain in the flanks, lower abdominal distension and pain, and a fine, taut pulse.
Green Peel and Perilla Stem Tea
Herbal Tea Name: Green Peel and Perilla Stem Tea
Chinese Name: 青皮苏梗茶
Formula
10 grams of Qingpi, 10 grams of Perilla Stems, and 2 grams of green tea.Main Ingredients
How To Make
Wash the green tangerine peel and Perilla stem. Chop the green tangerine peel finely and cut the Perilla stem into small pieces. Place them in a clay pot with the green tea. Add water and let steep for a moment, then simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes. Strain through clean cheesecloth and collect the liquid.
Efficacy
Relieves liver stagnation, regulates qi, and balances menstruation. Suitable for menstrual irregularities caused by liver qi stagnation, characterized by irregular menstrual cycles, delayed periods, variable flow volume, dark-colored blood with clots, breast distension, chest tightness, pain in the flanks, lower abdominal distension and pain, and a fine, taut pulse.
Usage
Drink frequently as a tea substitute, or take in the morning and evening.
Commentary
Qingpi (Qing-pi) acts as the chief herb. Bitter, pungent-warm in property, it enters the Liver, Gallbladder, Stomach meridians, and works to soothe the liver, break qi and dissipate stagnation. Perilla Stems act as the deputy ingredient. Finally, green tea (Lu-cha) functions as the harmonizing (envoy) ingredient; its role is to clear heat, resolve dampness and refresh the mind and coordinate the herbs. In sum, the prescription relieve liver stagnation, regulate qi, balances menstruation, aimed squarely at the liver qi and blood pattern rather than at isolated symptoms.