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Herb Story Wild Tea Qi Gynostemma is hand-gathered from deep in the rugged Guangxi forests where it has been used by traditional people renowned for their incredible longevity. Powerful saponins...
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Herb Story Schizandra Berry (Also called Omija Berry) has been used throughout China and Russia for over millennia for its outstanding health benefits. It has been used by Chinese Athletes, martial...
Teas that contain caffeine are made from the leaves of a plant known as the Camellia sinensis plant. However, herbal tea has no caffeine at all. Herbal tea is an infusion that results from steeping flowers, roots, seeds, pieces of bark, and plant leaves together. Herbal teas are excellent for people who enjoy tea but have little desire for its energy-boosting and stimulating effects.
When stressed or overworked, humans have a propensity to disregard their health. We prioritize our jobs and worry more about meeting project deadlines than caring for ourselves. We naturally tend to the matters that we think hold more precedence. It’s natural to care for yourself less when your mind is focused on all the tasks and stressors present in your everyday life. Unfortunately, our body requires more care and attention during times when our responsibilities are overwhelmingly demanding.
The body becomes more receptive to illness when its threshold for rest is not met. As a result, our immune systems are weakened and we catch illnesses more easily. The risk of coming down with a minor sickness, like the common cold, or even something more severe, such as influenza, skyrockets. The natural healing properties of herbal teas combat illness and strengthen immunity towards disease.
Schizandra is a strand of herbal tea known for its energizing nature, despite being free of caffeine. The main ingredient is the schizandra berry. It is a bright red berry that grows from the bulbs of sweet-smelling pink flowers. Located primarily in China and eastern Russia, the schizandra berry has no problem growing in harsh weathers and varied climates. When ripe, they are a luscious and vibrant crimson red, but after being handpicked, they shrivel in size and turn a deep purple, almost brown, color. They may change in appearance but their value stays immaculate.
Schizandra herbal tea targets health issues in and around the liver, soothing irritation as well as contamination caused by bacteria. The berries contain elements called lignans, an integral part of the fruit and responsible for the reduction of inflammation.
When extracted, the berries produce an impeccable aroma and a flavor made up of all five tastes – sour, sweet, salty, bitter, pungent. In fact, schizandra is referred to as Wu Wei Zi, meaning “five flavor fruit” in the Chinese language. Schizandra herbal tea is thought to purify the lungs as well, ridding the body of toxins and creating a balance among organs associated with yin.
The wondrous berries make for an incredible herbal infusion, but their healing properties are not restricted only to tea. The schizandra fruit is an ingredient in many skincare products, due to its ability to rejuvenate the skin and restore facial vigor. It has implications in medicine too. Schizandra berries have proven exceptional in the reduction of anxiety and exhaustion. The natural proponents found in the berries are able to suppress the expression of proteins activated by stress.
Gynostemma initially grows as a vine in nature. It produces no fruit so all of its health benefits are found within the leaves themselves. Gynostemma plants thrive in southern China and the northern tip of Vietnam. It blossoms at many elevations, from the tops of hills to the tips of monstrous mountains.
Gynostemma herbal tea begins as a light green color, which makes sense, seeing as it comes from the leaves of vines. The longer the tea steeps in hot water, the more potent in flavor and deeper in color the tea becomes. Gynostemma begins as a sweet-tasting tea but it develops more bitter and sharper notes as it brews.
Gynostemma herbal tea is an herb that balances the body holistically and naturally. In a plethora of studies, researchers have discovered its ability to lower the amount of fat held and stored in the body. Gynostemma triggers the production and release of certain neurotransmitters that, when low, contribute to depression and a lack of energy. In some instances, the tea has been shown to produce effects, like those of medicinal antidepressants.
Similar to schizandra, gynostemma herbal tea is adept at boosting energy levels and improving alertness without the involvement of caffeine. It is also believed to expand life expectancy, earning itself the title of the “immortality herb.” Gynostemma herbal tea also fights detrimental cells that try to attack the immune system. It protects the thymus, spleen, tonsils, appendix, and numerous skin cells from damage caused by diseases and bacterial invasion. Gynostemma improves concentration, vigilance, and peace of mind, while simultaneously combatting fatigue, anxiety, and unexplainable weight gain due to metabolic malfunction.
