Chrysanthemum tea is made from chrysanthemum flowers and contains a whole range of medicinal properties. Explore health benefits of drinking chrysanthemum tea & its nutritional value as well.

Benefits Of Chrysanthemum Tea

Chrysanthemum tea is made form chrysanthemum flowers, belonging to the Chrysanthemum morifolium or Chrysanthemum indicum species, which is extremely popular in East Asia, specifically China. Chrysanthemum flowers are usually dried and boiled in hot water in a teapot, cup or glass, to prepare this tea. Rock sugar or honey is also added to chrysanthemum tea and occasionally, wolfberries are included. The tea that is prepared is transparent and can be bright yellow or pale in color, exuding a floral aroma. In China, after a pot of chrysanthemum tea is emptied, hot water is again added to the flowers. This produces a tea that is less strong than the previous one. The process is repeated several times, until the flowers lose their aroma completely. Traditional Chinese medicine practices still use chrysanthemum tisane for treating conditions such as sore throat and fever. Read on to know the health benefits and nutritional value of chrysanthemum tea.
 
Nutritional Value Of Chrysanthemum Tea
 
Nutrients
Amount
Basic Components
 
Protein
1 gm
Water
22.9 gm
Ash
0.4 gm
Calories
 
Total Calories
6
Calories From Carbohydrate
2.8
Calories From Fat
1
Calories From Protein
2
Carbohydrates
 
Total Carbohydrate
1 gm
Dietary Fiber
1 gm
Vitamins
 
Vitamin C
0.4 mg
Vitamin A IU
580 IU
Niacin
0.1 mg
Folate
44.2 mg
Pantothenic Acid
0.1 mg
Minerals
 
Calcium
29.3 mg
Iron
0.6 mg
Magnesium
8.0 mg
Phosphorus
13.5 mg
Potassium
142 mg
 
Nutrition & Health Benefits Of Chrysanthemum Tea
  • Chrysanthemum tea detoxifies the blood, helps with sinus congestion and regulates high blood pressure. It can also help to calm the nerves.
  • Modern researches on the tea have established that it contains choline, vitamin A, vitamin B1, glycosides, adenine, amino acids, flavonoid, volatile oil, and other nutrients.
  • Chrysanthemum tea restrains the growth of bacteria in the body, such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus hemolyticus B, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Shigella dysenteriae, tubercle bacillus and dermatomycosis.
  • The Chinese medicine prescribes this tea for relief against influenza and it is also used in treating heatstroke, due to its cooling effect.
  • When chrysanthemum tea is drunk with meals, it facilitates digestion, more so of greasy and oily foods. The tea is also consumed to strengthen the lungs and relieve head congestion.
  • The tea is also believed to improve vision and hearing. It can be safely recommended for obese people, as it contains zero calories, when consumed without adding sugar or honey. It also doesn’t contain any caffeine.

 

Caution
Some individuals can experience an adverse reaction on consuming chrysanthemum and even handling chrysanthemum flowers. Mild skin irritation may result on physical handling and mild to moderate stomach upset can be experienced on consumption. Though most people do not suffer from any adverse reactions from chrysanthemum tea, it is advisable to consult a doctor before its consumption, as some herbal solutions can interact with other prescribed medications.

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