Soothe Your Tummy Troubles: Chinese Herbal Infusion Drink
- tidbitsfromemily
- Dec 31, 2014
- 2 min read
Do you ever get those tummy troubles and it seems like nothing helps to soothe it? (Or maybe it’s just me?) I’ve tried it all, my friends…bananas, brown rice, ginger, crackers, toast…the list goes on and on. While these remedies do, more often than not, help, there is one drink that always does the trick for me, here it is!
Today I bring to you a Chinese herbal infusion drink that I’ve learned from my mom. While the combination of these ingredients may be a bit unusual (juuuust a tad), this drink is jam-packed with natural health remedies and nutrients that are perfect for whenever you’re feeling a bit off, or you’re simply looking for something new to try just for fun!
Ingredients
-Goji berries
-Dried Longan
-Astragalus Root and Brown Rice
Directions: In your favorite mug, combine all ingredients. Cover with a lid and let sit for 15 minutes. Enjoy!
Note: The quantity of ingredients are highly dependent on how you want your drink to taste. In a 12 oz mug, I like to add the ingredients in the following order: 1 Tbsp of brown rice + astragalus mixture, 2 Tbsp dried longan, and 2-3 Tbsp goji berries. Be sure to let it sit so that all the ingredients get a chance to soak and bring out their wholesome flavors.
Health Benefits
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Goji berries
Where are they found? Goji berries are native to parts of Asia (i.e. China) and around Europe
Excellent source of antioxidants which help your immune system
Contain beta-carotene which helps promote healthy skin
Taste: they add a touch of sweetness to your drinks/meals!
Low in calories, jam-packed with fiber and fat-free
Dried Longan
Also known as “Dragons Eye”
Originates in China
Contains vitamin C, antioxidants, and minerals
Natural stomach ache and insomnia remedy
Astragalus Root
Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Known for protecting the body against disease and stress (including that of physical, mental, and/or emotional stress)
Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties
Powerful antioxidant
Brown rice
Excellence source of vitamins and minerals (including that of manganese, selenium, and vitamin b3)
Rich in fiber
Cardiovascular and cholesterol-lowering benefits
Source of phytonutrients—anti-inflammatory properties
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