Detox (排毒)

What Western marketing calls detox, Chinese medicine calls clearing heat and draining damp — and it is an everyday habit in southern China rather than an occasional programme. The range covers the ready-made cooling teas (Shaxiliangcha, Tongrentang’s dandelion, chrysanthemum and cassia blends) and the loose herbs behind them: ze xie, huang bo, chuan xin lian, honeysuckle and forsythia.

Traditional use

Cooling teas are traditionally drunk in hot weather or after rich food, and the tradition is equally clear that they are not for everyone — they are considered unsuitable during a cold-pattern illness, or for anyone who already feels the cold. That caution is part of the tradition, not a disclaimer.

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Traditional use information is provided for general education only and is not medical advice. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or managing a health condition.