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Origin:<Shennong bencaojing>
Story:Discussion on the Honeysuckle
Parts used:Dried flower bud
TCM category: Herbs that clear Heat and relieve Toxicity
TCM nature:Cold
TCM taste(s): Sweet
Organ affinity: Heart,lung,stomach
Chinese name:金银花
Other names: Jin yin hua,honeysuckle bud and flower
Preparation: Dry flower buds immediately after harvest. The temperatures should be tightly controlled.During drying the flower buds shouldn't be turned around otherwise they'll turn black.
Functions:
Daily application:
The benefits of brewing tea:
1.Clearing heat and detoxifying: Honeysuckle has the ability to clear heat and detoxify the body, helping to reduce inflammation and providing some relief for symptoms such as cold, fever, and pharyngitis. Honeysuckle can be used to alleviate symptoms of certain skin conditions, such as eczema and sores.
2.Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory: Honeysuckle contains various active ingredients that have antibacterial and antiviral properties, helping to combat bacterial and viral infections and relieve respiratory infections, cough, and other related symptoms.
3.Antioxidant and anti-aging: Honeysuckle is rich in antioxidants that can help eliminate free radicals and slow down the aging process of cells, contributing to overall health protection and anti-aging effects.
4.Lowering blood lipids: Honeysuckle tea can reduce cholesterol levels in the blood and inhibit cholesterol absorption in the intestines, thus helping to lower blood lipid levels.
5.Relieving throat swelling and pain: Honeysuckle is commonly used to relieve throat swelling and pain. It contains a large amount of saponins, inositol, volatile oils, and flavonoids, which help alleviate throat discomfort and prevent upper respiratory tract infections.
6.Boosting immune system: Regular consumption of honeysuckle tea can help improve the body's immune system. Honeysuckle can promote lymphocyte transformation and enhance the phagocytic capacity of white blood cells, thus boosting the body's immune response.
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Wise things:
1.Don't mix different single product together unless you understand its characteristics.
2.If you want to mix different products, please contact me.
3.Be not afraid of going slowly, only of standing still---Chinese proverb.