First cultivated in China as a herb as early as 1500 BC, Chrysanthemum became popularized as a tea during the Song Dynasty AD960-1279. Chrysanthemum’s natural beauty blooms out in pale yellow to bright red, with a few varieties in green and purple. Throughout millenniums its beauty has been depicted in many different forms of media and its beauty is still revered up to this present day. A true beauty of sight, and a wonder of medicinal benefits.
Chrysanthemum tea is not made from tea leaves as you would expect. Instead, this infusion tea is made from flowers of the chrysanthemum plant, which belongs to the daisy family. The tea brewed from dried chrysanthemum has a golden hue and a mild, sweet, flowery flavor similar to chamomile, making it a delectable beverage. Its purported healing and strengthening properties make it an unexpectedly great complement to our diets; a fact that is well established and made renowned by the ancient Chinese.
For those who have yet to know about the power of chrysanthemum tea, here are its 7 amazing benefits:
Anti-Inflammatory
Chrysanthemum tea contains an anti-inflammatory chemical known as a carotenoid, which is important for boosting your immune system as they provide an extra layer of defense against toxins that cause diseases. Chrysanthemum tea has the highest concentration of carotenoid in any food and it also contains flavonoids that act as antioxidants, which prevent free radicals from causing damage to your cells and tissues before they cause inflammation. These powerful antioxidants and minerals can help your body better regulate itself as well as reduce the risk of asthma and other respiratory problems. In fact many people in the Asian region suffering from arthritis have proven in studies that chrysanthemum can delay its onset as well as its severity.
Chrysanthemum tea thus makes a perfect match for the typical Asian diet which is heavy on the tastebuds and tends to be more “heaty”.
Improved Immunity
Vitamin C and A are both found in high concentrations within chrysanthemum, and both of these vitamins are crucial in maintaining a healthy immune system. Vitamin C stimulates the production of white blood cells and functions as an antioxidant to protect against free radicals. There are also quite a few minerals in chrysanthemum, such as magnesium, calcium, and potassium, all of which are necessary for a healthy immune system.
There are also many different types of Vitamin B found in chrysanthemum, including folic acid, choline, niacin, and riboflavin. These vitamins are necessary for the normal functioning of the body, ranging from developmental progress and growth, to normalizing hormonal levels and improving blood circulation.
Strengthen Bones
Bone density loss is a major issue that many people face, but rarely do people know that chrysanthemum has properties that improve your bones. The mineral content in this flower infusion has been identified by scientists to help improve conditions such as calcium imbalance which can lead towards brittle bone disease or even osteoporosis symptoms, in the most natural way as opposed to manufactured supplements that may have inorganic or artificial substances.
Prevent Chronic Diseases
Chrysanthemum tea is super rich in beta-carotene, which in turn breaks down into vitamin A to serve different purposes in the body. Vitamin A behaves like an antioxidant in many ways and therefore eliminates oxidative stress and damaged cells in organ systems around the body. Chrysanthemum has long been used topically for this reason, to clear up skin irritation, redness, and chronic conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It also helps to generally reduce the signs of aging, as well as wrinkles and blemishes, thanks to the antioxidant content of the flowers.
Improve Eyesight
As mentioned earlier, chrysanthemum tea being super-rich in beta-carotene, which in turn breaks down into vitamin A, has always been closely linked with eye health, and as an antioxidant, it can protect against retinal neuropathy, cataracts, macular degeneration, and many other eye ailments, even as simple as a blurry vision.
Maintains Cardiovascular Health
Studies have linked chrysanthemum to lower blood pressure and relief from coronary artery diseases. By lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels, some reports even say this chrysanthemum can be a long-term preventative measure for different cardiovascular issues, such as heart attacks and strokes, as well as atherosclerosis. Lowered blood pressure is mainly attributed to its potassium content, as potassium is a vasodilator.
Relaxes Nerves
The antioxidants and minerals present in the beverage contain many nutrients that are important for brain health while eliminating unnecessary stress hormones in the blood. The most notable of these is niacin, which helps boost your mood and enhances your mental function by improving the availability of the “feel good” chemical dopamine in your brain. It also acts as a natural sedative, resulting in decreased anxiety. This calming effect of chrysanthemum tea is further enhanced due to the presence of L-Theanine, a naturally occurring amino acid that helps promote deep relaxation. It also can calm your mind and help you stay focused making it an excellent beverage for those looking towards bedtime.
In addition, chrysanthemum flower tea doesn’t contain caffeine, which is great news for those who are light sleepers or simply want to avoid caffeine before bed.
Chrysanthemum Goodness
With so much goodness to reap from this legendary, healthful floral, it is no wonder that chrysanthemum has continued to entrench its strong presence in our daily diet.
Yeo’s Chrysanthemum Tea series is masterfully brewed using premium Hangbaiju chrysanthemum flowers with the same decades-old recipe that the Yeo’s family once diligently brewed for all to savour. Yeo’s Chrysanthemum Tea series comes in Original, Less-sugar and Sugar-free variants and continues to satisfy the taste buds and needs of consumers around the globe.