Artichoke Tea - Tra Atiso
A speciality of Dalat, the cool hill station in Vietnam’s central highlands Ca Phe Vietnam Artichoke Tea is made from 100% globe artichoke flowers, stems & leaves and is fairly and ethically produced & traded. The tea is caffeine-free and has the most wonderful mellow smoky flavour.
The artichoke is one of the world's oldest medicinal plants. The ancient Egyptians placed great value on the plant. The ancient Greeks and Romans used it as a digestive aid. It was favoured by royalty in the 16th century. Cynarin, the active ingredient in Ca Phe Vietnam Artichoke Tea, is considered to have considerable health benefits and is believed to:
- protect the liver against toxins and infections
- lower blood cholesterol by lowering synthesis of cholesterol in the liver
- act as a diuretic
- act as a liver tonic
- lower blood sugar levels
- stimulate the regeneration of liver cells
- act as an effective indigestion treatment – can help to reduce nausea, abdominal pain, constipation and flatulence
- ease symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome through bile regulation
- help maintain a healthy digestive system
- be a popular herbal remedy which helps maintain bowel health
- play an essential role in fat and alcohol metabolism (according to recent studies)
- have antioxidant properties which can help protect the body against free radicals.
Though traditionally used in Europe for treating mild indigestion, especially following a meal high in fat, artichoke Tea can be enjoyed at any time, but particularly at bedtime. Using one bag per cup, pour on freshly boiled water and allow the tea to brew for 3-5 minutes. Obviously for the best flavour and to keep more goodness in, brew in a teapot.
