Clear-Skin Tea

From Dr. Chen’s family book. In the Chinese tradition this blend of honeysuckle, dandelion and bitter orange is used to clear heat.

1. 20g Jin Yn Hua Flos Lonicerae 2. 20g Pwu Gonging Herba Taraxaci 3. 20g Jyy Shyr Fructus Aurantii Immaturus 1. Combine all the ingredients in a pot. 2. Add 1.5 liters of water. 3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a low simmer. 4. Cook for 50 minutes. 5. Makes about 0.6 liters of tea. 6. Strain it. 7. Drink it all in one day.

These are cooling herbs; not for people with a weak, cold digestion or loose stools.

A traditional family recipe, not medical advice. Not for pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you take medicine or have a health condition, ask your doctor or pharmacist before trying any herbal tea.