Hawthorn, Cassia Seed and Virgate Wormwood Tea

Why people make this tea

Winter holidays mean reunions, hotpot dinners, Christmas buffets, and New Year celebrations — and for many people, this stretch from late December through early January involves more rich food, alcohol, and late nights than the body is comfortable managing all at once. Self-service buffets and hotpot meals are particularly risky: raw shellfish, cold cuts, chilled prawns, and raw oysters are all high-risk foods for digestive upset; and the sheer volume of high-fat, high-calorie food consumed can lead to acid reflux, bloating, and a general feeling of heaviness.

This three-ingredient tea was designed as a practical reset. It supports the liver in processing the extra fats, helps the digestive system move food along, clears heat and dampness, and is gentle enough to take daily for a period after the holidays — or for anyone who eats out frequently and has a tendency toward fatty liver.

Method

1. Rinse all ingredients briefly.
2. Combine in a pot with 1.2 L of water.
3. Bring to a boil and cook for 20 minutes.
4. Drink throughout the day as a substitute for plain water or tea.

Nourilo’s Tips

For those who find this useful and want to make it more convenient for daily use: dry-roast the cassia seeds in a dry wok for 7 minutes, then grind the hawthorn and virgate wormwood into coarse powder. Mix the three together and store in an airtight jar. Take 1 tablespoon of the blend, steep in hot water for 7 minutes, and drink. This method is particularly practical for people with fatty liver or those managing their weight — it can be taken regularly as a daily tea.