Dandelion Root and Self-Heal (Prunella) Tea

Why people make this tea

Whether from modern stress or environmental factors, breast nodules — essentially lumps — are common in women. Many health-conscious women self-check, and those entering puberty often experience benign breast-tissue changes. Most are benign and not cause for excessive worry, but a doctor’s check is always best. This very simple tea uses just two herbs and is traditionally favored to clear heat and soothe stuck liver-qi.

Method

1. Rinse the herbs.
2. Cook with 1.5 L of water for 20 minutes.
3. Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved, reducing to 600 ml.

Nourilo’s Tips

This tea has a mild taste and is said to have an anti-radiation effect, but it is cooling in nature. If your constitution is cold and weak, don’t overdo it — or add a few slices of ginger or some dried tangerine peel to soften the coolness.