Taboo of Drinking Gardenia Flower Water
In traditional health preservation culture, gardenia flower tea is deeply loved for its elegant fragrance and unique efficacy. But how to properly brew gardenia flower tea? Which groups of people need to pay special attention to the taboo of drinking? This article will systematically analyze the correct drinking method and precautions of gardenia flower tea.
Three Taboos of Drinking Gardenia Flower Tea
1. Time Control: Avoid Continuous Long-term Consumption
Gardenia flower is cold in nature, and continuous consumption for more than 2 weeks may damage the spleen and stomach yang. It is recommended to adopt a periodic consumption method: drink continuously for 5 days and stop for 3 days, allowing the body time for metabolism and regulation. People with special constitutions should consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to develop an individualized consumption plan.
2. Dosage Standard: Daily Consumption Should Be Controlled
The recommended daily amount for adults is 3-5 grams of dried flower buds (about 5-8 flowers), which can be divided into 2 infusions. Excessive consumption may cause abdominal pain and diarrhea. Beginners should start with 1-2 flowers and gradually adapt. Combining with warm ingredients like wolfberry and red dates can neutralize the cold nature.
3. Constitution Taboo: Four Types of People Should Drink with Caution
People with a spleen and stomach deficiency may experience stomach pain after drinking; those with insufficient kidney yang may worsen lumbar and knee coldness; women during their period should stop drinking; infants and pregnant women should follow medical advice. It is recommended to identify the constitution before drinking.
Five Professional Steps for Brewing Gardenia Flower Tea
1. Raw Material Selection Standard
Choose unopened bell-shaped flower buds, picked after the dew dries in the early morning. High-quality dried flowers should be golden yellow, retain the complete flower shape, and have no black spots or mildew. Pay attention to differentiate from mountain gardenia to avoid misuse of the (D-P) type.
2. Scientific Drying Process
For home production, it is recommended to use a three-stage drying method: initial drying (50℃ for 2 hours) → spreading and cooling (1 hour) → repeated drying (60℃ for 1 hour). Avoid high-temperature direct baking to prevent the loss of effective ingredients, and seal and refrigerate after drying.
3. Advanced Brewing Techniques
It is recommended to use glass tea sets with 85℃ water. The first infusion should be steeped for 3 minutes, and the second infusion for 5 minutes. It can be combined with cassia seeds (for eye health) and胎菊 (for reducing internal heat) to form a health combination tea prescription. In winter, it is recommended to add longan to harmonize.
Mastering the correct method of drinking gardenia flower tea can not only bring out its effects of clearing heat and dampness, cooling blood and detoxifying but also avoid adverse reactions. It is recommended to combine the characteristics of one's own constitution, establish a scientific drinking cycle, and make this "summer clear spirit" truly become a good companion for health preservation.