Is Centella asiatica leaf tea good for you?

Ginseng is a plant known for its health benefits, so many people often boil it to make a drink. But is ginseng leaf tea good for you?

The effects of the Gynura procumbens plant.

According to scientist and general practitioner Bui Dac Sang from the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology and the Hanoi Traditional Medicine Association, the plant known as "dinh lang" (Poliscias fruticosa Harms) is also called "goi ca" or "nam duong sam". Its scientific name is Poliscias fruticosa Harms, belonging to the Araliaceae family (ginseng family).

People use the Aralia plant as a vegetable, a spice, and a remedy for headaches. In many places, Aralia leaves are used to cook soup with meat or fish to nourish postpartum women, the elderly, or those recovering from illness.

Chemical and nutritional composition: The tuber contains 0,3% glucosides, alkaloids, saponins, tannins, 13 types of amino acids, and vitamin B1. Some of the active compounds in the plant have properties similar to ginseng.

Part used:

The young leaves are often used in fish salads, wrapped in spring rolls, or as a seasoning for meat dishes. The dried roots, stems, and leaves are used as medicine.

Centella leaves: They have a nutty, bitter, aromatic, and slightly cooling taste.

The root of the Aralia plant: Sweet, mild, slightly bitter taste, warm in nature. The core should be removed during preparation.

The effects of the leaves and roots of the Aralia plant.

Centella asiatica leaves: Nourishes the blood, detoxifies, eliminates fishy odors, promotes urination, and relieves itching and rashes.

The root of the Aralia plant: Bitter in nature, improves blood circulation, reduces swelling and inflammation, relieves pain.

Main indications:

Centella asiatica leaves: Treat allergies, coughing up blood, and dysentery.

Ginseng root: For general weakness, fatigue, and general debility.

The young leaves are often used in fish salads, wrapped in spring rolls, or as a seasoning for meat dishes. The dried roots, stems, and leaves are used as medicine.

Is water infused with Centella asiatica leaves good for you?

Centella asiatica leaf tea is very good for health. Below are some medicinal remedies using Centella asiatica leaf tea.

Treating back pain caused by weather changes.

Stems and leaves of the Aralia plant: 30g

Mimosa pudica root: 15g

Chrysanthemum: 15g

Licorice root: 15g

Put all ingredients into a pot, add 800ml of water, simmer until only 300ml remains, and divide into three portions to drink throughout the day. Use for 5 consecutive days.

Nourishes the body and combats fatigue.

150-200g of fresh Gynura procumbens leaves, 200ml of water.

Boil 200ml of water, add all the Centella asiatica leaves to the pot, cover, and after a few minutes, open the lid and stir a few times. After 5-7 minutes, strain the liquid, add another 200ml of water and boil again for the second time. Boil again, mix the two liquids together, and divide into two portions to drink throughout the day.

Treating rashes, allergies, and hives.

Dried Centella asiatica leaves: 80g. Boil in 500ml of water until reduced to 250ml, divide into two doses and drink for 10 consecutive days.

According to Traditional Medicine Practitioner Bui Dac Sang, although the Aralia plant is good for health, it is not suitable for everyone. Currently, there are not many studies on the health benefits of Aralia for pregnant and breastfeeding women, therefore, caution is needed when using it.

People with liver disease or those taking medication for other conditions should also consult their doctor before using Centella asiatica for medicinal purposes.