Does Jiaogulan tea have caffeine? Everything you need to know about Jiaogulan tea

Jiaogulan (Gynostemma pentaphyllum) is a precious medicinal herb. This is a herbaceous plant with a single tendril for climbing. This plant often grows in moist forests in some Asian countries such as China, India, Japan, some European countries… In Vietnam, scientists have discovered this herb in the mountains of Fansipan (Lao Cai) and Hoa Binh limestone mountains. Does Jiaogulan tea have caffeine? The main components of Jiaogulan are flavonoids and saponins. This herb also contains healthy vitamins and minerals such as selenium, zinc, manganese, iron, phosphorus… Jiaogulan has been considered as caffeine-free and has great benefits for the human body. In this article we will study more about the characteristics & advantages of drinking Jiaogulan tea.

What is Jiaogulan Tea? 

Jiaogulan Tea is a type of tea made directly from the leaves, branches and stems of the Jiaogulan plant. Based on the shape of the leaves, there are 3 types of Jiaogulan: 3-leaf, 5-leaf and 7-leaf Jiaogulan. Among them, the 5-leaf Jiaogulan is said to have the best healing effect and is used popularly to make tea. Depending on the purpose of use, there will be different ways to use Jiaogulan, however, the most common way is to make Jiaogulan tea. How to use Jiaogulan Tea: Put 20g of dried Jiaogulan in a kettle and pour boiling water into it. You can drink Jiaogulan tea instead of boiled water every day. How to use Jiaogulan with other medicinal herbs: Put the cassava cauliflower (20g), Jiaogulan and muskewers (30g each) into a jar or kettle, then pour into 1.5 liters of boiling water and incubate for about 30 minutes.

Is jiaogulan a kind of green tea? Although they are different species (gynostemma & camellia sinensis), they both have similar advantages and taste. It contains no caffeine and is unlikely to trigger the adverse effects associated with stimulant usage. You can use Jiaogulan tea daily with the dosage 60 – 70 g/day. When brewing, you should wash Jiaogulan once to remove all impurities and the aroma of tea will be more attractive.

Does Jiaogulan tea have caffeine? 

There are 2 types of Jiaogulan Tea in the market now. 

• Free-Caffeinated Jiaogulan Tea: 100% made from Jiaogulan plant.

All parts of the Jiaogulan plant can be used to make tea. These parts, after being harvested, are washed, dried at a sunny temperature of about 2 to 3 days, then stored in plastic bags. This variety of herbal tea is inherently caffeine-free when turned into tea, whereas green tea is. It tastes somewhat bittersweet, like black or green tea. This 100% pure tea is often expensive, also the quantity is small.

• Caffeinated Jiaogulan Tea: is a mixture of Jiaogulan plant & green tea or some other herbs. 

Jiaogulan has a slightly bitter taste, so to make it easy for consumers to use, it is often mixed with green tea or other herbs such as stevia, muskwort, etc. The blend will contain a certain amount of caffeine, which is extracted from green tea leaves. But the price is cheaper and the taste also more familiar to consumers.

Explore the amazing benefits of Jiaogulan Tea. Does this tea have side effects?

Jiaogulan is a precious herb with many beneficial effects on human health. But not everyone knows how to use Jiaogulan to bring the most effective health benefits. Let’s find out the best way as well as the notes to use this kind of tea in daily life.

The effects of Jiaogulan include: 

• Treatment of high blood pressure or increased cholesterol in the blood, thereby reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. 
• Treatment of diseases of the lining of the stomach, gastritis, or some diseases related to the digestive tract such as constipation, flatulence, indigestion.
• Supports the immune system in the body, extremely suitable for people with weak immune systems who often have colds and coughs.
• Helps reduce stress, increase efficiency in daily work and study.
• Supports the treatment of diabetes, lowers blood sugar in the body.
• Stimulates metabolism, supports weight loss for overweight and obese people.
• Treatment of headache or migraine due to lack of blood to the brain, stimulating blood circulation to the brain.

Jiaogulan tea is thought to be safe, however, if used in excess and in the wrong audience, it can cause certain side effects. Some of the side effects noted are:

• Insomnia: To avoid this situation, two hours before sleeping should not use Jiaogulan.
• Stomach bloating: Jiaogulan can affect the digestive system causing bloating in users.
• Lowering blood pressure: To limit this side effect, only use Jiaogulan on a full stomach and take no more than 70g per day.

Note when using Jiaogulan tea

• Jiaogulan tea may have an impact on the immune system. People with conditions like multiple sclerosis, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis should avoid using this herb until more specific studies are available.
• Jiaogulan tea can prevent blood clotting and is detrimental to people with blood diseases, taking blood thinners, or planning surgery.
• People who are using insulin or other blood sugar drugs should use Jiaogulan tea with caution. It can lead to low blood sugar.

Where can I order wholesale Jiaogulan Tea? 

If you are short on time and cannot prepare traditional jiaogulan tea leaves, consider using a tea bag. Cozy Jiaogulan tea bags are excellent alternatives. Because of the convenience, you may store the tea bag at home, in the workplace, or in your handbag and enjoy it whenever and wherever you choose. 

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Visit our website at https://vietnam-tea.com/cozy-tea/tea-bag and contact our sales managers for prompt offers. Conclusion Jiaogulan is one of the rare ancient herbs. That’s why, Jiaogulan is also favored by the name – Longevity Grass. Going beyond being a type of tea handed down in folklore, Jiaogulan has been intensively researched by advanced science. When used correctly and in the right dosage, Jiaogulan will bring great effects to health. However, along with using Jiaogulan tea, it is also necessary to combine with appropriate diet and exercise to achieve good results.

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