Title: Schizandra Berry Tea Recipes, A Five Flavor Tea Plus Energizing Elixir
Headings: Schizandra Berry Tea Recipes, A Five Flavor Tea Plus Energizing Elixir
Schizandra Berry Tea Recipes, A Five Flavor Tea Plus Energizing Elixir
Why Make Schizandra Berry Tea Recipes?
"100 Days in a Row" Schizandra Berry Tea Tradition
How to Make Schizandra Berry Tea
Soaking Schizandra Berries
Schizandra Berry Tea Recipes
1) Five Flavor Tea Recipe
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2) Energizing Tonic Tea Elixir Recipe
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Content: Although tannins can be health enhancing phenolic substances, too many can be acidic to the body when concentrated. This can cause stomach upset for some people, especially those with a weak digestive system or conditions like metabolic acidosis. In addition, the berries contain fibrous light-brown colored seeds which also possess strong astringent, bitter and spicy qualities and are  less palatable to chew on directly. The good news is that these tannins and other compounds in the fruit pulp and seeds are water soluble and much reduced by soaking the berries for several hours. Raw  schizandra is not only quite tart and mouth-puckering, but is also a low glycemic fruit similar to acai. Teas, recipes and drinks using schizandra are therefore usually sweetened before consuming. "100 Days in a Row" Schizandra Berry Tea Tradition
Somewhere along the line, schizandra berry became quite a popular tea to drink for 100 days in a row. It is controversial whether this tradition came from an ancient custom or if it was made up by modern-day herbalists, but it is nonetheless a customary way to introduce yourself to the wonderful broad spectrum of properties this Chinese tonic herb can offer. (For more detailed information about the health benefits of schizandra, please visit our schizandra berry page .) Freshly prepared teas are ideal, but when making it for daily consumption, the tea can also be stored in the fridge to maintain potency.