Loss-of-voice Remedial Tea
Herbs:
- Smoked Plum 乌梅
- Smoked Olive 乌榄
- Dwarf Lilyturf Tuber 麦冬
- Hornet Bee 竹蜂
- Indian Trumpet Flower 千层纸
- Liquorice Root 甘草
This tea treats throat-related conditions such as sore throat, hoarseness, and loss of voice. The herbs work together to soothe the throat, reduce inflammation, and restore voice function, effectively treating symptoms of colds, flu, and other respiratory infections.
More info about the Herbs:
1. Smoked Plum (Wu Mei, 乌梅):
- Symptoms: Chronic cough, throat irritation, and digestive issues.
- Benefits: Smoked Plum is often used to generate fluids, alleviate thirst, and soothe the throat. It is also known for its astringent properties, which can help with chronic cough and diarrhea.
2. Smoked Olive (Wu Liang Guo, 乌榄):
- Symptoms: Sore throat, loss of voice, and dry mouth.
- Benefits: Smoked Olive is used in TCM to soothe the throat and alleviate symptoms related to dryness and inflammation. It is particularly effective for treating sore throat and loss of voice.
3. Dwarf Lilyturf Tuber (Mai Dong, 麦冬):
- Symptoms: Dry cough, dry throat, and irritability.
- Benefits: Dwarf Lilyturf Tuber nourishes the Yin, moistens the lungs, and relieves dry symptoms. It effectively treats dry coughs, dry throat, and other conditions related to Yin deficiency, particularly in the lungs and stomach.
4. Hornet Bee (Feng Shi, 竹蜂):
- Symptoms: Swelling, pain, and inflammation.
- Benefits: Hornet Bee is traditionally used for its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. It can be applied in swelling, pain, and inflammation, particularly in the throat.
5. Indian Trumpet Flower (Qian Ceng Ta, 千层纸):
- Symptoms: Sore throat, hoarseness, and cough.
- Benefits: Indian Trumpet Flower clears heat, reduces swelling, and soothes the throat. It effectively treats conditions like sore throat, hoarseness, and other throat-related issues.
6. Liquorice Root (Gan Cao, 甘草):
- Symptoms: Sore throat, cough, and general fatigue.
- Benefits: Liquorice Root is a harmonizing herb that soothes the throat, reduces inflammation and alleviates cough. It also boosts energy and supports the immune system, making it a common ingredient in many herbal formulas.
