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Haw & Du Zhong Tea (山楂杜仲茶)

 

 

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Ingredients:

 

 

40g haw (山楂)
50g du zhong (杜仲)
6 cups water
Rock sugar (optional)


 

 

Method:

Clean the herbs. Combine all with water in a pot. Bring water to a boil; lower heat and boil for another 30 minutes. Sweeten with rock sugar if desired. Strain and serve.

 

 

 

 

 

Notes:

  1. According to the Chinese Herb Dictionary by Complementary and Alternative Healing University, the medical usage of Du Zhong (杜仲) is mainly on the circulatory and immunity systems. It is also mentioned here by drinking Haw & Du Zhong Tea, in particular, on consistent basis helps in regulating blood pressure, sugar level and cholesterol in our body system.

  2. Please consult reliable herbalist before consuming this tea if you have any concern due to your current health condition, e.g. pregnancy, gastric, indigestion problems, etc. There are different opinion regarding herbs for young children (below the age of 7). Please also consult your herbalist if this concerns you.
     

 

 

Written on 31-03-08