Lotus leaves (He Ye)

Indications of the lotus leaves

1) Thinned

2) During prolonged exposure to the sun leading to :

• Headaches
• Fever
• Excessive sweating
• Dark urine
• Nausea and/or vomiting
• Diarrhea caused by prolonged exposure to strong sunlight

3) When bleeding :

• From the urinary tract
• Rectal
• From the nose
• Hematemesis

Properties in Chinese medicine

Elevates the Yang of the spleen (in case of diarrhea due to a vacuum of Qi of the spleen)

• Treats heatwave
• Clarifies heat
• Stops bleeding due to heat

Instructions for use and dosage

Place 9g of lotus leaf in a tall cup. Pour simmering spring water over it and fill the mug to 90% (about 250 – 300ml). Cover the mug and let infuse for 10 minutes.

The lotus leaves offered are cut into strips so that the active effects can be extracted more quickly into the water.

Decoction

For extra potency, prepare a decoction of lotus leaves.

Place 9g in a stainless steel or earthenware container. Pour in 350ml spring or filtered water. Heat over high heat until boiling, then simmer for 20 minutes. Drink the liquid and eat the bulbs.

Combination of lotus leaves

– To improve digestion and lower cholesterol, see the anti-cholesterol/hypertension tea
– For heat symptoms caused by prolonged exposure to the sun, lotus leaves can be combined with japanese honeysuckle flower buds.

Contraindication

– Do not mix with Fu Ling

– Do not drink if you are allergic to flowers in general.

– Do not drink if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.