Loquat Leaf, Dragon Tongue Leaf, Dried Tangerine and Pear Water

Why people make this herbal water

Mild neck swelling around the thyroid area is something many people — especially women — encounter at various life stages. Physiological swelling during puberty or pregnancy, where the thyroid is simply working harder to meet the body’s hormonal demands, is generally harmless and often resolves on its own. However, if the swelling appears suddenly, feels hard, or is accompanied by eye protrusion, heart palpitations, or changes in weight and appetite, these are signs of a pathological thyroid condition that requires medical evaluation.

This gentle herbal drink is traditionally associated with helping mild, physiological-type neck swelling. Its core ingredients — loquat leaves and dragon tongue leaves — are both well-established in Cantonese food therapy for clearing heat from the lungs and throat, dissolving phlegm, and supporting smooth airway function. The dried tangerine biscuit (a preserved citrus treat unique to southern Chinese culinary traditions) adds a warming, throat-clearing quality, while pear lubricates and moistens. Nourilo notes that this water is mild and balanced enough that even pregnant women can drink it.