Five herbs found in florals that will restore your sanity and the glow on your face
This is undeniably a hard time for many of us, and drastic change in lifestyle can come with stress and hormonal imbalance. According to traditional Chinese medicine, excessive emotions or stress produces stagnations in different parts of the body causing vital energy—known as qi—and blood to not flow properly. If left unaddressed, these blockages, like short-circuits, will turn into visible inflammation and eventually lead to ailments and premature ageing.
While it is almost impossible for us sentient beings to not feel, mother nature has given us herbs that will appease our internal turmoils and boost our health and beauty simultaneously. With consultation from a Chinese medicine professional, here's a list of five flowers, commonly consumed as teas, that have mood and complexion enhancing qualities.
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1. Rose
This cliché flower is much more than a token of romantic love. The rose has been used in folk medicine since antiquity to dispel melancholia and beautify the skin. Rosa rugosa works by regulating and smoothen the qi circulation. Effectively relieving accumulated stress and toxic heat, the flower is also used for menstrual pain and symptoms. Seep a few buds into hot water and enjoy its magical nerve-calming effect, or use the tea as an astringent skin toner to calm irritations.