Kontea Top 8 Recommended Herbal Teas, Perfect for Malaysia's Weather Changes!

When it comes to drinking herbal tea, most people's first impression is often related to cooling down our body heat. This perception is not all wrong as the origin of herbal tea can be traced back to the hot and humid climate of the Lingnan region in China. The climate of South China is known for being “hot and damp”, and its water is regarded as being “heaty”. So in order to prevent the heat and damp symptom-complex, to cool the body and prevent the common cold, different types of decoction have become part of the unique food culture of the region. In 2006, it was even listed as one of the first batch of China's national-level intangible cultural heritage representative items.

However, the general public's knowledge of herbal teas is often limited to a few common types such as Twenty-Four Flavors, Eight Ingredients Herbal Tea, or Monk Fruit Hearbal Tea (Luo Han Guo). From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, there are many more types of herbal teas with various therapeutic effects than those commonly found in the market. The effectiveness of these teas can also vary depending on factors such as climate and individual constitution. So, how can we determine if we are choosing the right herbal tea for our needs?

The reason for the founding of Kontea is to raise awareness among Malaysians about herbal teas and to correct the habit of indiscriminate consumption. At Kontea, our goal is to recommend herbal teas that are more suitable for your specific symptoms and constitution. All the herbal teas we provide are personally prepared and brewed to ensure their effectiveness and freshness. In addition to traditional herbal teas, we also offer other options, including herbal tea bags and herbal pastes, allowing you to find what’s most suitable for you.

As a tropical rainforest country, Malaysia experiences a climate that is essentially summer-like throughout the year, so there is no need to worry about the effects of seasonal changes on our health. However, we still need to pay attention to avoid symptoms caused by excessive heat or dampness due to the hot & humid weather. Based on the climate and common symptoms in Malaysia, we offer the following recommendations:

During Dry and Hot Weather:

In Malaysia's scorching hot weather, especially from June to August, it's easy to experience symptoms of excessive internal heat, including:

▫️ Acne ▫️ Bad breath ▫️ Hoarseness ▫️ Excessive sweating ▫️ Constipation ▫️ Sore throat ▫️ Gum inflammation

To alleviate and prevent these symptoms, it's important to choose the right herbal tea based on your condition. Here are some herbal teas recommended for common symptoms of excess heat:

Summer Heat Tea

Effects:Clears internal heat, relieves constipation, cools down and soothes irritability, and calms the mind

Suitable for:Headaches, irritation, dry stool, low sleep quality

Clearing Heat Tea

Effects:Eliminating cough, expectorant and pus; reduces excessive heat and thirst & beneficial to the rejuvenation and preservation of lung functionality

Suitable for:Troubled working adults, boils on the tongue, yellowish urine, restless nights

Lung Cleanser Tea

Effects:Soothes the lungs, relieves sore throat, eliminates phlegm, and treats hot diseases and thirst

Suitable for:Yellowish pus, dry and sore throat, smokers, and dry stool

Luo Han Guo Herbal Tea

Effects:Soothe heat in the lungs, stop coughing and phlegm, and increase bowel movement

Suitable for:Individuals with high blood pressure, hyperlipidemia, hyperglycemia, cough, or constipation

During Rainy Season

During the rainy season, usually from October to December, Malaysia may experience prolonged heavy rain or unpredictable weather with alternating rain and sunshine. In such conditions, our bodies are more sensitive towards the instability of the weather, leading to various health challenges. When the body experiences excessive dampness, you may find yourself with symptoms such as:

▫️ Feeling of chest congestion or abdominal bloating ▫️ Loss of appetite ▫️ Feeling heavy and tired ▫️ Swelling around the eyes and face ▫️ Sticky and difficult-to-pass stools ▫️ Skin rashes ▫️ Gastrointestinal problems ▫️ Susceptibility to infectious diseases

Due to the abundance of rainfall during this season, the air tends to be extremely humid. Therefore, choosing the right herbal tea to eliminate dampness becomes crucial. Dampness can manifest as either damp-cold or damp-heat, so selecting the appropriate herbal tea based on your condition can greatly enhance its effectiveness. Feel free to consult us for herbal tea recommendations tailored to your needs. Here are some herbal teas recommended for common symptoms of dampness:

Five-Flower Tea

Effects:Eliminate dampness in the stomach and the bowel, reduce the risk of influenza, and helps prevention of Hepatitis and various bowel diseases

Suitable for:Itchy skin, yellowish sweat, body odour, sticky stool

Detoxification Tea

Effects:Help with dampness and body heat, are prone to fatigue, greasy skin acne, skin itching, eczema, bad breath, sticky stool & clearing heat and detoxification

Suitable for:Individuals with dampness and hot constitution, eczema and itchy skin, sticky stool, and also with peculiar smell

Moisture-Eliminating Tea

Effects:Help with fatigue, lethargy, loss of appetite, and stickiness and discomfort to the facial skin & removing edema, and reduce blood pressure and blood lipid

Suitable for:Individuals with yellow and turbid urine, pain while urinating, urinary tract infections, calculus of urethra, and gallstones

As times change, the emphasis is not only on therapeutic effects but also on creating a pleasant tea-drinking ambience while enjoying your herbal tea. This is reflected in our services, as we believe Herbal tea is a beverage that can be both a professional and leisurely experience, at the same time stylish and healthful – if it’s the right herbal tea. We look forward to your visit and helping you find the herbal tea that suits you best!

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