Acanthopanax, Goji Berry and Red Date Tea

Why people make this tea

Cognitive decline is one of the most challenging conditions families face in ageing — not just for the person affected, but for the carers who watch a loved one slowly lose their bearings. Nourilo developed this simple three-ingredient tea as something easy enough to brew daily, mild enough for elderly family members to accept, and — based on traditional herbal knowledge — genuinely supportive of brain health over time.

The star ingredient is acanthopanax (ci wu jia), sometimes called Siberian ginseng, though it is botanically distinct from true ginseng. In Chinese medicine it is associated with improving cerebral blood flow, combating fatigue, supporting bone marrow function, and having a calming, grounding effect on the nervous system. The flavour is not heavy — when blended with goji berries and red dates, it becomes a pleasantly mild, slightly sweet tea that most people find easy to drink regularly.