Hawthorn, Chrysanthemum, Poria & Roasted Barley Tea

Why people make this tea

In summer, people who carry extra weight often struggle more than others — they sweat heavily, feel tired easily, and find the heat particularly draining. In Chinese food therapy, these are classic signs of qi deficiency combined with dampness. Nourilo’s approach is characteristically practical: rather than prescribing a complicated decoction, he packs four simple, widely available ingredients into a small tea bag that anyone can prepare in minutes and carry to work. Hawthorn is the star — long prized for its traditional association with fat digestion and cardiovascular support. Poria adds a gentle spleen-strengthening and water-metabolizing function. Roasted barley warms the stomach and reduces sweating. Chrysanthemum keeps the head clear and supports blood pressure. Together they make a pleasant, slightly earthy tea that is easy to drink daily and well-suited to the long, humid summer months.