Keep one of these flowers now, and it is also very worthwhile to steep it in water to drink
In summer, when flowers are in full bloom, many flower lovers start using their own flowers to steep in water and drink, which is neither wasteful nor unwholesome. Today, Huahua recommends several flowers suitable for steeping in water!
Honeysuckle
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Honeysuckle steeped in water is especially suitable for summer. It has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, reducing swelling and relieving pain. While relieving summer heat and quenching thirst, it can also kill pathogenic bacteria in the throat, helping the elderly and children resist typhoid infection. Most common cold medicines contain honeysuckle ingredients.
Points to note: 1. Do not drink it when the spleen and stomach are deficient and cold; 2. Women should not drink it during menstruation; 3. Each time use about 10g and brew it with boiling water; it should not be drunk in excess.
Jasmine
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Jasmine steeped in water has both the fragrance of the flower and the fresh scent of tea. It has detoxifying effects such as clearing the liver and brightening the eyes, and removing phlegm and dampness. It can also relieve inflammation such as red eyes and ulcers. Besides being made into flower tea and steeped in water, it can also be stir-fried and eaten.
Points to note: 1. Drink as little as possible when the stomach and intestines are not well; it is best not to drink it on an empty stomach, as it affects digestion; 2. Do not drink it at night if you have neurasthenia or poor sleep.
Goji berries
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Goji berries are the most common warming tonic, with a ruddy color and sweet taste. Steeped in water, they can clear the liver and brighten the eyes, nourish yin and moisten the lungs, tonify the kidneys and boost qi, and can also improve immunity and delay aging. Of course, adding some red dates will make the effect even better.
Points to note: 1. Goji berries are hot in nature, so people with a weak body and excess internal heat should not eat them; 2. Do not drink it when you have a cold, fever, or inflammation; 3. Goji berries are high in sugar, so people with diabetes should not drink it.
Mint
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Mint is a must-grow potted plant in summer. It can refresh the mind, repel mosquitoes and dissipate heat, soothe the liver and relieve stress, and can also relieve colds and sore, swollen throat. Wash fresh mint leaves, brew them directly with boiling water, let cool until warm, add a spoonful of honey, and it is ready to drink.
Points to note: 1. Mint is cold in nature, so it is not suitable for women during menstruation or people with a yin-deficiency constitution; 2. Drinking it at night is not good for sleep and easily causes nervous excitement.
Rose
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Rose is warm in nature and can effectively regulate qi and invigorate blood, regulate menstruation and relieve pain, calm the mind and relieve depression. In addition, it is rich in vitamins A, B, C, E, and K. Put a few dried rose buds into a cup, brew them with boiling water, and it is ready to drink. You can also add a little lemon or honey for flavor.
Points to note: 1. Do not brew it together with tea leaves, as this affects its effects; 2. Pregnant women should not drink it.
Panax notoginseng flower
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Panax notoginseng flower is Tianqi flower. It is an excellent health product for middle-aged and elderly people and can effectively prevent high blood pressure and high blood lipids, and relieve symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, insomnia, and acute sore throat.
Points to note: 1. Do not drink it when you have a cold; 2. Women with a deficient-cold constitution and during menstruation should not drink it.
Thyme
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Thyme, whose name carries fragrance, is a common aromatic herb. Adding a little thyme powder when making seafood or grilled meat can remove fishiness and enhance aroma. Steeped in water and drunk, it can also relieve toothache and indigestion, and regulate the respiratory tract.
Points to note: Pay attention to the dosage; it is not suitable for long-term drinking.
Basil
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Basil is also a fragrant flower. Its taste is a bit like fennel, and its leaves are emerald green. Steeped in water and drunk, it can relieve headache, bloating, indigestion, and so on.
There are too many flowers and plants that can be drunk and used as medicine,
these are all wealth gifted to us by nature
Flower lovers can choose one that suits them!
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