Astragalus, Alisma and Plantain Seed Tea

Why people make this tea

It is surprisingly common — especially among women — to develop a mild, unexplained puffiness in the ankles and lower legs by the end of the day, without any diagnosed heart or kidney problem behind it. Long hours of sitting, a diet that leans salty, and a constitution that runs a little low on qi (the Chinese concept of vital energy) can all contribute. This simple three-herb tea addresses that pattern directly. Astragalus root (bei qi) is one of the most widely used qi-tonifying herbs in Chinese food therapy, and its combination with the diuretic herbs alisma and plantain seed creates a formula that supports the body’s natural ability to move and clear excess fluid. It is also associated in food therapy with supporting healthy cholesterol and blood pressure.