Nourilo

Herbal & Flower Teas

Cassia Seed, Lotus Leaf and Chrysanthemum Tea

traditionally associated with reducing excess fats, supporting healthy blood pressure, and preventing fatty liver

By · Registered Nutritionist & TCM Practitioner

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 pot
Weight & MetabolismHeart & CirculationLiver Wellness
Cassia Seed, Lotus Leaf and Chrysanthemum Tea

Why people make this tea

Nourilo served this tea at a food-therapy talk he gave at an office — and the three-ingredient blend was an immediate hit with everyone in the room. It is easy to understand why: the formula is elegant in its simplicity, the preparation takes minutes, and the combined effect of cassia seed, lotus leaf, and chrysanthemum flower has a long, well-regarded place in Cantonese food-therapy tradition for supporting people who are concerned about the so-called “three highs” — high blood pressure, high blood fats (including cholesterol), and high blood sugar.

The “three highs” are perhaps the defining health challenge of the modern urban lifestyle, and while food alone cannot replace medication or medical monitoring where those are needed, incorporating a daily wellness tea like this one is a pleasant and practical step. With regular use, this tea is associated with helping the body shed excess dietary fats, reducing the workload on the liver, and gently supporting healthy vascular tone.

Members only

Unlock the full method & Nourilo's tips

One payment, lifetime access to every one of our 2,303 recipes — step-by-step methods, preparation tips and serving notes.

  • Full step-by-step method for this and all 2,303 recipes
  • Nourilo's Tips — sourcing, substitutions and serving notes
  • One-time payment via PayPal · no subscription, no renewals

Checking your access…

Frequently asked questions

How much tea does this recipe make, and can it be re-steeped?

One batch makes 1 pot, yielding 2–3 cups. The same ingredients can be re-steeped 1–2 times until the flavour fades.

What is this tea traditionally used for in Cantonese food-therapy?

The combination of cassia seed, lotus leaf, and chrysanthemum has a long, well-regarded place in Cantonese food-therapy tradition for supporting people concerned about the so-called "three highs" — high blood pressure, high blood fats (including cholesterol), and high blood sugar. With regular use, this tea is commonly associated with helping the body shed excess dietary fats and reducing the workload on the liver, as part of a balanced diet.

Is there anyone who should not drink this tea?

Pregnant women should not drink this or any herbal tea. Additionally, if you have glaucoma, the file notes that glaucoma is a serious eye condition that must be treated by an ophthalmologist, and you should see a doctor.

Why are the cassia seeds and chrysanthemum flowers toasted before steeping?

The recipe calls for toasting the cassia seeds in a dry pan for about 5 minutes until fragrant and slightly darker, then adding the chrysanthemum flowers for a further 2 minutes. This step is part of the traditional preparation method for this blend.

Can this tea be prepared in advance for convenient daily use?

Yes. The recipe suggests toasting a larger quantity of all three ingredients together in a dry pan, letting the blend cool, and storing it in tea-bag sachets for convenient daily use.

You might also like

Related recipes

More herbal & flower teas →

Comments

Loading comments…