A Selection of Dietary Therapy Recipes for Hypertension (Part Two) and A Selection of Tea Therapy Recipes (Part One)
43. Pork bone stew with jellyfish
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> [Ingredients]100g jellyfish, 200g pork bones, 5g scallion segments, 1g salt, 1g MSG, 5ml cooking wine.
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[Efficacy]Nourishes Yin and moistens dryness, promotes diuresis and removes dampness.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension, coronary heart disease, rheumatic pain, constipation, ulcers, and lower limb swelling and pain.
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> [Preparation] Wash the pork bones and chop them into pieces.
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Cut the jellyfish into wide strips and mix with 0.5 grams of salt and cooking wine.
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Place the pork bones in a casserole dish, add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat for about 1 hour. After that, add jellyfish, scallions, salt, and MSG, and continue to cook until the food is thoroughly cooked and the broth is flavorful. Then it is ready to serve.
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> [Usage]To be eaten with meals.
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> [Precautions] Those with weak spleen and stomach should not eat too much.
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44. Buckwheat and Rice Porridge
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> [Ingredients]50g buckwheat, 50g japonica rice.
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[Efficacy]Nourishes Yin and clears heat, promotes diuresis and reduces swelling, strengthens the spleen and nourishes the stomach.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension, early-stage diabetes, gastrointestinal dysfunction, diarrhea, dysentery, and difficulty urinating.
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[Preparation]After rinsing the rice and buckwheat separately, put them into a pot together, add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil over high heat, then cover and simmer over low heat until the porridge is thick. It is then ready to serve.
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> [Usage]To be eaten with meals.
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> [Precautions] People with abdominal distension and cancer patients should not eat too much.
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45. Lotus Seed and Millet Porridge
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> [Ingredients]100g millet, 20g lotus seed hearts, 10g white sugar.
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[Efficacy]Strengthens the spleen and stomach, nourishes the kidneys and replenishes qi, clears heat and calms the mind.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension, indigestion, lower back and knee weakness, difficulty urinating, fever, and insomnia.
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[Preparation]Wash the millet and lotus seeds thoroughly. Then put them into a pot together, add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat, cover and simmer until the millet grains bloom. Add white sugar, stir well, and it's ready to serve.
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> [Usage]To be eaten with meals.
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[Precautions] Those with constipation or bloating should not eat too much.
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46. Asparagus and Scallion Porridge
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> [Ingredients]60g asparagus, 100g japonica rice, 5g chopped green onion, 1g salt.
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[Efficacy]Replenishes the middle qi, nourishes yin and moistens dryness, promotes body fluid production and diuresis.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension, hyperlipidemia, cirrhosis, hepatitis, neuralgia, eczema, and loss of appetite.
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[Preparation]Wash the asparagus and cut it into small cubes.
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Wash the rice thoroughly.
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Next, put the rice into a pot, add an appropriate amount of water, bring it to a boil over high heat, then add diced asparagus, chopped green onions, and salt. Continue to simmer over low heat until the rice grains bloom, then it's ready to serve.
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> [Usage]To be eaten with meals.
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[Precautions] Those with spleen deficiency should not eat too much.
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47. Celery and Tofu Soup
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> [Ingredients]100g celery, 50g tofu, 1g salt, 1g MSG, 5ml sesame oil.
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[Efficacy]Strengthens the spleen and stomach, clears heat and dries dampness, promotes diuresis and reduces swelling.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension, hyperlipidemia, rheumatic pain, iron deficiency anemia, abdominal distension and diarrhea, and carbuncles.
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> [Preparation] Remove the leaves from the celery, wash it, and cut it into 1-inch sections.
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Cut the tofu into small pieces.
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Next, put the celery and tofu into the pot, add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil over high heat, then add salt and MSG, cook for a short while, drizzle with sesame oil, and it's ready to serve.
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> [Usage]To be eaten with meals.
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[Precautions] People with cold stomach or diarrhea should not eat too much.
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48. Celery and seaweed soup
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> [Ingredients]100g celery, 30g seaweed, 1g salt, 1g MSG, 5ml sesame oil.
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[Efficacy]Soothes the liver and dispels wind, promotes diuresis and dries dampness, clears heat and softens hard masses.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension, chronic bronchitis, rheumatic neuralgia, iron deficiency anemia, and beriberi.
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> [Preparation] Remove the leaves from the celery, wash it, and cut it into 1-inch sections.
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Wash the seaweed and cut it into small pieces.
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Next, put the celery and seaweed into a clay pot, add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil over high heat, then add salt and MSG, simmer for a while, drizzle with sesame oil, and it's ready to serve.
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> [Usage]To be eaten with meals.
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[Precautions] Those with weak spleen and stomach or diarrhea should not eat too much.
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49. Winter Sea Asparagus Soup
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[Ingredients]100g winter melon, 100g soaked kelp, 100g asparagus, 3g chopped green onion, 1g salt, 1g MSG.
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[Efficacy]Nourishes Yin and moistens dryness, clears heat and promotes diuresis, eliminates phlegm and relieves cough.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension, goiter, cirrhosis, hepatitis, neuralgia, chronic bronchitis, edema, dysuria, and cough due to lung heat.
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> [Preparation] Wash the winter melon and asparagus, and slice them.
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Drain the kelp and cut it into strips.
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Next, put the winter melon, asparagus, and kelp into a casserole dish, add an appropriate amount of water, bring it to a boil over high heat, then add chopped green onions, salt, and MSG, and simmer over low heat for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.
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> [Usage]To be eaten with meals.
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[Precautions] Those with weak spleen and stomach or diarrhea should not eat too much.
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50. Fig and Almond Soup
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> [Ingredients]15g almonds, 30g figs, 100g lean pork, 10g jujubes, 1g salt.
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[Efficacy]Strengthens the spleen and stomach, nourishes the liver and kidneys, clears heat and moistens dryness, promotes diuresis and reduces swelling.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension, diabetes, anemia, constipation, and sore throat.
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[Preparation]Wash the almonds, figs, and pork separately. Cut the pork into chunks and remove the pits from the dates.
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Next, put the almonds, figs, pork, and jujubes into a clay pot, add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat, cover and simmer for 1-2 hours. Season with salt and it's ready to serve.
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> [Usage]To be eaten with meals.
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[Precautions] Those with weak spleen and stomach, abdominal pain, or diarrhea should not consume too much.
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1. Cold-brewed green tea
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> [Ingredients] 5 grams of tender green tea leaves.
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[Efficacy]Clears heat and detoxifies, prolongs life, lowers blood sugar and blood pressure.
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[Indications]Suitable for patients with diabetes and hypertension.
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> [Preparation]Wash away impurities from the tender green tea leaves, soak them in an appropriate amount of cold water for 5-6 hours, and then drink the liquid.
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> [Usage]50-100 ml each time, drink 3 times a day at any time, and continue drinking for 60 days.
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2. Oolong tea
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> [Ingredients] 3 grams of oolong tea.
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[Efficacy]Clears heat and promotes diuresis, lowers lipids and blood pressure.
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[Indications]Suitable for people with hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and simple obesity.
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[Preparation]Place the bird-shaped tea leaves in a cup, pour in 200-300 ml of boiling water, cover and steep for 10-15 minutes before drinking.
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> [Usage]Take warm, drink at any time.
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3. Black tea
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> [Ingredients] 3 grams of black tea.
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[Efficacy] Aids digestion, fights cancer, lowers lipids and blood pressure.
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[Indications]Suitable for patients with hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and coronary heart disease.
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[Preparation]Place the black tea in a cup, pour in 200-300 ml of boiling water, cover and steep for 8-10 minutes before drinking.
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> [Usage]Take warm, drink at any time of day.
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4. Banana Honey Tea
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> [Ingredients] 5 grams of green tea, 25 grams of banana, and 3 grams of honey.
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[Efficacy]Nourishes Yin and moistens dryness, promotes bowel movement and lowers lipids.
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[Indications]Suitable for patients with hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and coronary heart disease.
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[Preparation]First, put the green tea into a cup, pour in 300-500 ml of boiling water, cover and steep for 5-10 minutes.
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While brewing green tea, peel and mash the banana. Once the green tea is brewed, add the mashed banana to the tea, then add honey, stir well, and it's ready to drink.
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> [Usage]Take warm, drink at any time of day.
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5. Honeysuckle Tea
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> [Ingredients]12g honeysuckle vine, 10g rock sugar, 5g green tea.
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[Efficacy]Clears heat and detoxifies, nourishes yin and dries dampness.
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[Indications]Suitable for patients with hypertension due to yin deficiency and yang hyperactivity.
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[Preparation]Wash the dried honeysuckle vine and soak it in clean water.
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Next, place the soaked honeysuckle vines into a clay pot, add 800 ml of water, simmer over low heat for 30-40 minutes, then add rock sugar and green tea, continue to cook and stir for about 3 minutes, then it is ready to serve.
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[Usage]Take warm. One dose daily, divided into two administrations, morning and evening.
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6. Licorice Green Tea
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> [Ingredients] 5 grams of roasted licorice root, 3 grams of green tea.
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[Efficacy]Clears heat and drains fire, promotes diuresis and reduces swelling.
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[Indications]Suitable for patients with hypertension due to dampness obstructing the middle jiao (middle burner).
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[Preparation]Remove impurities from roasted licorice root, wash it clean, dry it, grind it into coarse powder, put it into a cup with green tea, pour in 300 ml of boiling water, cover and steep for 10-15 minutes, then filter out the dregs and it is ready to drink.
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[Usage]Take warm. One dose daily, divided into two administrations, morning and evening. Alternatively, the decoction can be cooled or refrigerated before drinking.
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7. Schisandra chinensis and honey tea
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> [Ingredients] 5g Schisandra chinensis, 10g honey, 3g green tea.
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> [Efficacy] It invigorates qi and promotes the production of body fluids, astringes and consolidates, and calms the mind and soothes the nerves.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertensive patients with excessive thirst. Also suitable for neurasthenia, coronary heart disease, etc.
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[Preparation]Stir-fry the Schisandra chinensis until charred, then place it in a cup with green tea and honey. Pour in 500 ml of boiling water, cover and steep for 15-20 minutes before drinking.
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[Usage]Take warm. One dose daily, at any time.
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8. Reishi mushroom and honey tea
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> [Ingredients]10g Ganoderma lucidum, 20g honey, 5g green tea.
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> [Efficacy] Nourishes and strengthens the body, calms the mind and stabilizes the spirit, clears heat and moistens dryness.
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[Indications]Suitable for patients with hypertension who are physically weak, suffer from insomnia, or have constipation.
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[Preparation]Place the Ganoderma lucidum in a clay pot, add 500 ml of water, simmer over low heat for 20 minutes, then turn off the heat, add honey and green tea, steep for 10 minutes, and it is ready to drink.
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[Usage]Take warm. One dose daily, at any time.
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9. Apocynum venetum tea
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> [Ingredients] 10g of Apocynum venetum leaves, 5g of jasmine tea.
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[Efficacy]Clears heat and relieves depression, soothes the liver and dispels wind.
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[Indications]Suitable for diabetic patients with liver qi stagnation. Also suitable for diabetic patients with hypertension.
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[Preparation]Place Apocynum venetum leaves and jasmine tea into a cup, pour in 500 ml of boiling water, cover and steep for 15 minutes before drinking.
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[Usage]Take warm. One dose daily, at any time.
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10. Cassia Seed Green Tea
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> [Ingredients]5 grams of green tea, 10 grams of cassia seeds.
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[Efficacy]Nourishes the liver and kidneys, lowers lipids and blood pressure.
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[Indications]Suitable for patients with hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and arteriosclerosis.
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[Preparation]Place green tea and cassia seeds into a cup, pour in 800-1000 ml of boiling water, cover and steep for 10-15 minutes before drinking.
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> [Usage]Take one dose daily, warm, at any time.
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11. Gastrodia elata and honey tea
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> [Ingredients]3g green tea, 6g gastrodia elata, 10g honey.
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[Efficacy]Soothes the liver and clears heat, dispels wind and unblocks the meridians, moistens the intestines and lowers lipids.
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[Indications]Suitable for patients with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, coronary heart disease, and arteriosclerosis.
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[Preparation]Place the Gastrodia elata in a clay pot, add an appropriate amount of water, and simmer over low heat for 10-15 minutes. Then add green tea and continue simmering for 5-10 minutes. Finally, add honey and stir well.
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[Usage]Take warm. Drink at any time of day.
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12. Hawthorn and Lotus Leaf Green Tea
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> [Ingredients]3g green tea, 5g hawthorn, 3g lotus leaf.
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[Efficacy]Clears heat and cools blood, promotes body fluid production and quenches thirst, lowers lipids and aids digestion.
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[Indications]Suitable for patients with hypertension, coronary heart disease, and simple obesity.
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> [Preparation method]Wash the hawthorn and remove the pit.
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Crush the lotus leaves, put them into a gauze bag, and tie the bag tightly.
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Place the hawthorn, lotus leaf bag, and green tea into a cup, pour in 300-500 ml of boiling water, cover and steep for 15-20 minutes before drinking.
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[Usage]Take warm. 2-3 times daily.
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