Great Heat is the last solar term of summer and also the hottest period. This year’s Great Summer will be from July 22 to August 7, 2024. The heat and humidity during this time poses skin and health challenges, but it’s also the perfect time to use natural resources to promote good health. Joy Lab advocates the health philosophy of "planting health" and believes that there are close similarities between the concept of "preventing disease" in Chinese medicine and planting seeds. Below we will introduce how to use natural herbal cultivation and Joy Lab's tea therapy products to achieve comprehensive health care.
Joy Lab’s “Growing Health” Concept
Planting health and using Chinese medicine to “treat disease before it’s too late”
Joy Lab's "Growing Health" concept embodies the wisdom of "treating disease before it's too late" in traditional Chinese medicine. Health care is like promoting the healthy growth of seeds by providing appropriate nutrients and environmental conditions during the planting process. Maintain physical and mental health in a natural and healthy way in life.
Planting and caring for herbs at home
Growing herbs not only cultivates our temperament, but also provides us with natural health resources. These plants can be used as part of natural remedies to help us achieve healthy living. Here are some easy-to-grow herbs and their health benefits:
Mint : has the effect of cooling, relieving heat and promoting digestion
- Planting method : Mint likes sunshine and the soil should be kept slightly moist.
- Usage : Home-grown mint can be used to make refreshing mint tea to help beat the heat.
Chamomile : can soothe nerves and help improve sleep
- Planting method : Prefers light, well-drained soil.
- Usage : Used to take a bath or make tea to relieve body/muscle tension
Basil : has antibacterial and antioxidant effects and promotes a healthy immune system
- Planting method : Full sun, well-drained soil.
- Usage : Used for seasoning or making herbal teas to promote digestion and strengthen the immune system. Use basil leaves to add flavor to summer dishes.
- Planting suggestions : Aloe vera is a heat-tolerant plant and is very suitable for planting in summer. Choose a sunny place and water once a week to keep the soil slightly moist.
- Health Benefits : Aloe Vera has great soothing and moisturizing properties. In summer, you can cut its leaves and take out the gel inside and apply it on the skin to help relieve sunburn and skin inflammation.
Joy Lab Xiuzai tea therapy promotes health
Youya Tea Therapy "Dream Tea"
- Ingredients and efficacy :
- Longan meat : Helps calm the mind and improve sleep quality.
- Fu Shen : It has the effect of strengthening the spleen and calming the nerves, suitable for those who are restless.
- Ziziphus seed : relieves insomnia and anxiety and promotes deep sleep.
- Rose : Helps regulate qi, soothe the liver, and relieve stress.
- Applicable people : This tea is especially suitable for drinking during the hot summer. It can help relieve the deficiency of fire caused by yin deficiency, as well as anxiety and insomnia.
- How to drink :
- Soak the tea bag in hot water for 5-10 minutes and then drink. Honey or other natural sweeteners can be added according to personal preference.
2.2. Wanshou Wujiang Tea
- Ingredients and efficacy :
- Astragalus : nourishes qi, strengthens the spleen, and strengthens the immune system.
- American ginseng : nourishes qi and yin, and balances heat in the body.
- Other herbal ingredients : Help regulate qi, activate blood circulation and diuresis, and improve the movement of qi and blood.
- Applicable people : It is suitable for people who work long hours, live irregular lives or lack exercise. It can help the body detoxify, reduce edema, and improve the circulation of qi and blood.
- How to drink :
- Soak the tea bag in hot water for 5-10 minutes and then drink. You can also add ice cubes for a refreshing touch.
Although the summer heat is scorching, by rationally utilizing natural herbal resources and Joy Lab’s tea therapy products, we can effectively promote health and improve skin condition. Combining the concept of "planting health", using herbs and healthy tea therapy can help you stay refreshed and comfortable in the high temperature and achieve a healthy summer life. Make good use of these natural resources and make summer a golden period for your health care and beauty.
