50 Benefits of the Ashitaba Tea Plant Leaves and Seeds

February 19, 2013 16 Comments

50 Benefits of the Ashitaba Tea Plant Leaves and Seeds

Introducing Ashitaba

Considered one of the elite among medicinal plants, mention of Ashitaba can be found as far back as 16th century in Ming Dynasty Chinese Medicine documents. Known in Japan as the “Longevity Herb”, for its countless healing qualities, Ashitaba is an ancient medicinal plant, but only more recently, in the 90s, have the actual benefits been researched by scientists.

The remarkable plant is endemic to a central region of Japan, Hachijō-jima, a volcanic island, though now it is artificially grown elsewhere. Legend has it that the plant contributes to the health and longevity of local residents and cattle. The name (Japanese for “Tomorrow’s Plant”) refers to its regenerational abilities. After planting a leaf at the break of day, often you’ll be able to see the sprout the next morning.

Ashitaba the superfood

In the 1990s, top researchers at Osaka University in Japan, Wuhan University in China, and Meiji College in Tokyo began diving into the health properties of the plant. What they all found were consistent indications that Ashitaba does belong on the medicine shelf and in the daily health regime. It’s possible that all of the hype has actual fact to back it up.

These days Ashitaba can be found in health stores, vitamin shelves, supplement bottles and as a traditional tea, though it’s still growing in popularity. It’s hard to say where the potential and the future of the plant will go.

To date, there isn’t a lot of American medical research to corroborate this data, but the feedback and buzz surrounding Ashitaba is convincing enough to give the delicious herbal tea daily a drink.

Ashitaba Tea

While we’re certainly preoccupied with the health benefits of Ashitaba, it is important to keep in mind that it also a tea with a lovely flavor. Not only should it be consumed for medicinal purposes, but it should be savored. It has been described as a flavor sibling to Green Tea, but a non-caffeinated alternative, so it can be consumed later in the day. Ashitaba can also be steeped for longer, because the flavor doesn’t grow more bitter with time. It is described as tasting fresh, nutritious and nutty.

 

One of the benefits of drinking Ashitaba tea is that it can be quite invigorating, so that should be kept in mind when consuming.

Our Ashitaba Plants

The Ashitaba offered by Wild Tea Qi comes from volcanic rich soil deep in the mountains where there is plentiful sunshine and clean air. It is carefully cultivated using entirely organic farming techniques. It has been called the King of Alkaline as it is known for its extremely alkalising properties. It has found a place among the world’s Super Foods because of its rich antioxidants.

Vitamins and Minerals Found in Ashitaba Leaves:

Research has revealed these Basic Ashitaba Benefits:

Ashitaba Can be Used to Treat the Following Health Issues:

  • GI tract disorders:
    • Acute gastritis
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Skin disorders like Carcinoma and Melanoma
    • Diabetes and Insulin Dependent
    • Stomach cancer
    • Duodenal ulcer
    • Chronic enteritis
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Asthma
    • Common Cold
    • Anemia
    • Low  sperm production
    • Diarrhea, another great tea to relieve diarrhea is Ancient Artisan Yunnan Black Tea
    • Constipation

    Here are the Chinese Medicinal uses of Ashitaba:

    Ashitaba is Typically Offered in 3 forms - Tea, Leaves, and Seeds:

    If these are currently not available on our website, please contact us: info@wildteaqi.com to ask about individual sales.

     

    Ashitaba Green Leaf Powder: This is highly concentrated powder can be mixed with your favorite beverage. This gives the drinker the benefits of the powder, if they aren’t especially fond of the flavor. The green leaf powder is high in chlorophyll, giving it a green glow.

    Ashitaba Chalcone Powder: This powder is especially useful for fighting acid reflux. It offers a highly concentrated dose of the Chalcones (powerful antioxidants) in Ashitaba plants. It can be mixed into beverages easily.

    Ashitaba Loose leaf Tea: This tea has the slightly bitter and nutty flavor described above. It’s invigorating and it’s almost as though you can taste the delicious health benefits that it offers.

    For Teas are not available online, you can contact us to get it especially for yourself: info@wildteaqi.com

    We're offering Ashitaba with limited quantity from the pure organic farm if you would like to have some homemade organic limited edition Ashitaba green leaf powder, please click the link below:

    Ashitaba Green Leaf Powder 

    If you would be interested in to know more details of our Ashitaba, please email us: info@wildteaqi.com




    16 Responses

    j
    j

    December 28, 2020

    Which one is better to have tea bags or powder ashitaba? I just learned or heard about this yesterday from my niece & she’s been taking the tea for a while now & I was very impressed with the health benefits! There’s a woman in Asia who’s suffering from diabetest for years & after drinking the ashitaba tea esp the fresh plant, she’s diabetes free now!

    Mimi
    Mimi

    December 14, 2020

    I wish to buy Ashitaba powder f u have. Am so excited to use it for my health maintenance.

    Bill ware
    Bill ware

    December 14, 2020

    Pls I like to order

    maricel D. Autida
    maricel D. Autida

    September 09, 2020

    Thank you so much that I found this amazing herbal plant I don’t have already use any contraceptive, the best Ashitaba for my normal menstruation. …

    Natosha Trotter
    Natosha Trotter

    June 14, 2020

    hello would like to purchase ashitaba products thank you

    Benson H. Mweemba
    Benson H. Mweemba

    June 14, 2020

    Hello. My name is Benson. I need ashitaba tea. How much is it.

    Wild Tea Qi Team
    Wild Tea Qi Team

    February 02, 2019

    For anyone who would like to have Ashitaba products, please send us the email directly. Our email is info@wildteaqi.com
    Thank you :)

    Gemma asuncion mantala
    Gemma asuncion mantala

    February 02, 2019

    Mine I put 3 pieces leaves to a glass of water then make it as my wate. Is there an effect even if it’s only place in the glass of water or should I have to eat the leaves. Pls reply

    james gibs
    james gibs

    February 02, 2019

    is ashitaba leaves good for the health?i mean eat it fresh.

    Norinda Gelera
    Norinda Gelera

    February 02, 2019

    Hello? Is there any drugstore or your branches where we can buy ashitaba tea? Tnx

    Anthony M. Ruiz, Jr.
    Anthony M. Ruiz, Jr.

    February 02, 2019

    Thank you ashitaba capsule 500mg for curing my acid reflux.

    Hi my name is lesiel
    Hi my name is lesiel

    June 30, 2018

    I would like to ask about how to used ashitaba as a tea..or the process for taking it. I have planted ashitaba and it grow so fast ..I cut the leaves and throw away..then I read this information: the benefits but not the process..

    Nenita conzon
    Nenita conzon

    June 30, 2018

    I have ashitaba plants in my garden I eat the ashitaba leaves 3 pieces a day .in not making tea. .hope ashitaba can help me. .cause I’m high blood and high cholesterol. I’m 67yrs old no prescription .from my doctor. I just make my organic tea. ..

    Keda Verne
    Keda Verne

    October 16, 2017

    Hello, my name is Less. I would love to buy the tea either retail or wholesale please? And what do If I need to become a distributor?

    mila denaga
    mila denaga

    October 09, 2017

    how much is ashitaba green lef powder & chalcone?

    let c. dalupan
    let c. dalupan

    September 29, 2017

    May i ask how to use ashitaba for diabetic person.

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