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Josephine holds a Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (UTS). She is a member of FCMA and ACCMA, and is registered with AHPRA as a Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbal Medicine Practitioner.
Chinese herbal teas (Yao Cha) occupy a middle ground between medicinal prescriptions and everyday beverages, offering gentle health support through simple, safe herbal infusions. Deeply embedded in Chinese culture, these teas are used preventively rather than curatively — supporting specific organ systems, adapting to seasonal changes, and addressing minor imbalances before they develop into illness. They represent one of the most accessible ways to incorporate TCM principles into daily life.
Several herbal teas are particularly well-suited for regular use. Gou Qi Zi (goji berry) and Ju Hua (chrysanthemum) tea nourishes the Liver and brightens the eyes — ideal for those who spend long hours at screens. Huang Qi and Da Zao (red date) tea gently tonifies Qi and Blood, suitable for mild fatigue. Chen Pi (dried tangerine peel) tea aids digestion and resolves mild phlegm and bloating. Sheng Jiang (ginger) and Da Zao tea warms the middle and supports digestion during cold weather. Bo He (mint) and Jin Yin Hua (honeysuckle) tea clears heat and is refreshing in summer.
While herbal teas are generally safe, they are still therapeutic substances and should be chosen according to one's constitution and current condition. A person with a cold constitution should favour warming teas (ginger, cinnamon) rather than cooling ones (chrysanthemum, mint). Someone with heat signs should do the opposite. Pregnant women should avoid certain herbs even in tea form — consult a qualified practitioner if unsure. The best approach is to discuss suitable daily teas with your herbalist, who can recommend options matched to your individual constitution and seasonal needs.
Popular daily herbal teas include goji berry and chrysanthemum (for eye health), ginger and red date (for warmth and energy), tangerine peel (for digestion), and honeysuckle and mint (for summer cooling). Choose teas that match your constitution — warming teas for cold constitutions, cooling teas for warm constitutions. Consult a herbalist for personalised recommendations.
Gentle herbal teas suited to your constitution can generally be enjoyed daily. However, even mild herbs have therapeutic properties — drinking a strongly cooling tea daily when you have a cold constitution can gradually create imbalance. Rotate between different teas seasonally, and if you notice any adverse effects (digestive upset, excess heat or cold), adjust your choice.
Josephine Zhuo (TCM) is an AHPRA registered health practitioner — acupuncturist and herbalist.
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