What tea should I drink to remove dampness?

Nov 25, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

Introduction

Under normal circumstances, dampness refers to a pathological condition caused by poor water metabolism in the human body, leading to water retention. Red bean and coix seed tea, poria tea, lotus leaf tea, tangerine peel tea, winter melon and lotus leaf tea can all help remove dampness from the body. Exercise can promote metabolic processes and accelerate the elimination of dampness. It is recommended to engage in an appropriate amount of aerobic exercise daily, such as walking, jogging, and so on.

Generally, dampness refers to a pathological condition caused by poor metabolism of body fluids, leading to fluid retention within the body. Red bean and coix seed tea, poria tea, lotus leaf tea, tangerine peel tea, and winter melon and lotus leaf tea can all help eliminate dampness from the body. If discomfort occurs, prompt medical attention is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Red Bean and Coix Seed Tea

Red bean and coix seed tea is made from red beans and coix seeds, both of which have the effect of promoting diuresis and removing dampness. Red beans can strengthen the spleen, nourish the kidneys, promote urination, and reduce edema; coix seeds can promote diuresis, relieve dampness, and help strengthen the spleen and stop diarrhea. Combining these two ingredients in tea enhances the effect of reducing edema and eliminating dampness, thereby effectively removing dampness from the body.

2. Poria Tea

Poria tea is made from poria, a commonly used traditional Chinese herb that promotes diuresis, removes dampness, strengthens the spleen, and calms the mind. Drinking an appropriate amount of poria tea can help improve spleen and stomach function and promote the metabolism of body fluids, thus eliminating dampness.

3. Lotus Leaf Tea

Lotus leaf tea has the effects of clearing heat, promoting diuresis, uplifting yang energy, and transforming dampness. The flavonoids and alkaloids in lotus leaves can activate cells and promote the elimination of dampness from the body.

4. Tangerine Peel Tea

Tangerine peel tea is made from aged tangerine peel, which has the effects of regulating qi, strengthening the spleen, drying dampness, and resolving phlegm. Drinking an appropriate amount of tangerine peel tea can promote the transformation and transportation functions of the spleen and stomach, help eliminate dampness from the body, and alleviate symptoms such as chest tightness and loss of appetite caused by excessive dampness.

5. Winter Melon and Lotus Leaf Tea

Winter melon and lotus leaf tea is made from winter melon and lotus leaf, both of which have the effect of clearing heat and promoting diuresis. Winter melon helps transform dampness, while lotus leaf can uplift clear yang energy, clear summerheat, and resolve dampness. Combining these two ingredients in tea can significantly enhance the body's transformation and transportation functions, promoting the elimination of dampness.

Exercise can promote metabolism and accelerate the removal of dampness. It is recommended to engage in moderate aerobic exercise daily, such as walking, jogging, or yoga.

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