Herbal & Flower Teas

Lotus Seed, Lily Bulb & Ophiopogon Brew

Traditionally associated with clearing lingering heat and calming the mind

Prep
5 min
Cook
1 hr
Total
1 hr 5 min
Makes
2–3 small bowls
Lotus Seed, Lily Bulb & Ophiopogon Brew

Why people make this brew

After a cold or fever passes in children, the body does not always fully recover its balance right away. The heat may linger internally, showing up as a dry mouth, restlessness, tearfulness, and disrupted sleep. In Chinese food therapy, this state is described as residual heat interfering with the heart and lungs. Nourilo often recommends this gentle three-ingredient brew as a simple, safe way to help children settle back into comfortable rest after illness — and notes that it works just as well for adults dealing with palpitations, mild insomnia, or a restless, unsettled feeling.

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