Top 10 Benefits of Eucommia Tea & Recipe

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What is Eucommia tea? Does Eucommia tea really have a high health value? Are there any doubts? How is Eucommia tea different from other teas? Why do I always hear that Eucommia tea is very suitable for drinking during confinement? What are the benefits of Eucommia tea for postpartum women? If I am not a postpartum woman, can I drink Eucommia tea? Is there any other way to cook Eucommia tea? I heard that Eucommia tea has many benefits, what are they?

We recommend daily consumption of Eucommia tea as it can benefit the body by boosting the immune system, and for many women, postpartum back pain can be greatly reduced. Honey or chrysanthemum can also be added to Eucommia tea to enhance the sweetness as you prefer, and Eucommia tea can even be used as a food additive. Do you want to know more about Eucommia tea? Allow us to educate you with this article.

In view of everyone’s curiosity and demand for Eucommia tea, let’s take a look at the magical tea with ABoxTik today! Before consumption, pay attention to the efficacy and contraindications of Eucommia as mentioned in this article!

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What is Eucommia Tea?

What are the Benefits of Eucommia Tea?

The efficacies of Eucommia tea include blood pressure regulation, menstrual pain relief, diuretic and laxative effects. The 10 major benefits of Eucommia tea that are very attractive to everyone, as written in the “Compendium of Materia Medica” start with strengthening of liver function and replenishment of the kidneys. It can also be said to invigorate energy, strengthen bones, strengthen memory, treat kidney deficiency, and release back pain.

Long-term use can supplement vitality of the body, and promote anti-aging. To put it simply, Eucommia has many functions and is used as a Chinese herbal medicine with extremely high medicinal value. The following is a detailed description for you:

Top 10 Benefits of Eucommia Tea

1. Promote circulation in the body, regulating blood lipids:

This is confirmed by research, Eucommia leaves are professionally processed into Eucommia tea, which can regulate blood lipids.

2. Suitable for hypertensive patients, reducing blood pressure:

Iridoid, lignan and other substances can be extracted from the skin of Eucommia ulmoides. These substances can help reduce the symptoms of dizziness, headache and general weakness caused by high blood pressure, and achieve the effect of lowering blood pressure.

3. Lower cholesterol and body fat, stay away from “three highs”:

If you continuously consume Eucommia beyond 1 month, you can reduce cholesterol and body fat content and lose weight!

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From ancient trees that have weathered the test of time, the leaves of Eucommia embody the strength and resilience of nature’s embrace. As I indulge in the rich, earthy tones of Eucommia Tea, I am reminded of the deep-rooted wisdom that flows through generations, empowering me with each sip to stand tall like the mighty trees and embrace the challenges of life with grace and fortitude.

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4. Urinary system recirculation, and laxative effect:

Eucommia ulmoides leaves contain aucubin, which trigger diuretic and laxative effects.

5. Maintain beauty, and strengthen hair proteins:

Eucommia enhances the rate of collagen metabolism, improves the synthesis of collagen, and prevents skin from ageing. In addition, Eucommia contains a substance that can promote the proliferation of keratin in hair, improving the texture and smoothness of hair.

6. Nourishes the kidneys and protects the liver:

Eucommia tea can invigorate the kidneys, protect the liver, and strengthen the body.

7. Regulate cardiovascular function:

Eucommia tea can regulate cardiovascular function.

8. Anti-inflammatory properties, and pituitary gland improvement:

Eucommia tea is rich in anti-inflammatory properties, fighting viral bacteria and improving pituitary gland function.

9. Menstrual pain relief:

Eucommia tea can relieve menstrual pain and make the menstrual cycle more comfortable.

10. Immune system enhancement:

Drinking Eucommia tea has anti-cancerous properties and reduces the chance of catching colds

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Eucommia Taboos. Consumption may be unsuitable for two particular types of people

Taboo people 1: people with hypotension

Eucommia tea has a blood pressure lowering effect, so it is recommended that people with low blood pressure use Eucommia tea in moderation. Eucommia tea can help relieve the symptoms of dizziness, headaches and general weakness; however, for hypotensive individuals, excessive consumption of Eucommia tea will have the opposite effect, so we do not recommend moderate consumption of Eucommia tea for those with low blood pressure.

Taboo Group 2: Those deficiency in viscera nourishment, who experience weakness and high body temperature (Yin deficiency and fire)

In terms of efficacy, Eucommia tea has a high tonic effect, which is quite helpful in relieving the symptoms of numerous diseases, however, if your constitution is “yin deficiency and fire”, it is recommended not to drink Eucommia tea, so as not to aggravate the symptoms.


Add Eucommia tea to meals for faster postpartum recovery

One cup of Eucommia tea a day is adequate to relieve the back pain that the majority of women experience after giving birth. If drinking Eucommia tea every day becomes a bore, you could always consider incorporating Eucommia tea into your cooking as a healthy ingredient. In doing this, childbirth wounds are capable of faster healing and back pain can ease!

Next, we recommend several dishes that consist of Eucommia tea, including Stewed Assorted Pork Ribs, sesame oil and Eucommia medicated kidney soup, and steamed fish.

Dish 1: Stewed Assorted Pork Ribs

Ingredients: 30 grams of Eucommia, 4 taels of pork ribs, 4 taels of chicken, 4 taels of mutton, 1 cup of rice wine, 5 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of rock sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Stewed Assorted Pork Ribs Making Method:

  1. First, blanch meat in hot water.
  2. Add all other ingredients and seasonings into the pot and simmer for 1 hour.

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Dish 2: sesame oil and Eucommia medicated kidney soup

Ingredients: 1 pair of pork kidneys, 30 grams of Eucommia ulmoides, 1 slice of Angelica sinensis, 30 grams of black beans, 5 tablespoons of sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of rice wine, 3 to 4 bowls of water, several slices of old ginger, and a pinch of sugar and salt.

Sesame oil and Eucommia medicated kidney soup Making Method :

  1. Add water, black beans, Eucommia and Angelica sinensis to an electric pot and simmer to make Eucommia soup.
  2. Cut pork kidney in half, rinse the fat and cut it into thick slices, blanch in hot water and set aside.
  3. Add sesame oil to wok and stirfry ginger slices over low heat.
  4. Combine Eucommia soup, add salt, sugar, rice wine, and pork kidneys.

Dish 3: Steamed Eucommia Fish

Ingredients: 400 grams of fish, 8 grams of Eucommia, 20 grams of wolfberry, 15 grams of ginger slices, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 1 teaspoon of Shaoxing wine.

Steamed Eucommia Fish Making Method:

  1. Rinse the fish fillets with clean water.
  2. Soak Eucommia ulmoides in hot water for about 30 minutes, then drain and set aside; wash wolfberry and set aside.
  3. Preheat the steamer.
  4. Combine contents from method’s 1 and 2 into a large bowl, then add ginger slices, salt and Shaoxing wine, followed by 8 full pots of water, cover with plastic wrap, and place into a preheated steamer on medium-high heat for 1 hour.

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From the ancient trees of Eucommia ulmoides, the leaves are carefully harvested, carrying the wisdom of generations past. As I savor the gentle, earthy flavors of Eucommia Tea, my body and spirit are nourished by its restorative properties. It is a beverage that resonates with the harmony of nature, reminding us to embrace the wisdom of our ancestors and cherish the gift of vitality.

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