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❤️ Dried Haws & Traditional Herbs for Heart Health

These traditional Chinese medicinal herbs have been used for centuries to promote longevity and strengthen blood vessels

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❤️ Dried Haws & Traditional Herbs: Longevity Boosters for a Healthy Heart!

Looking to support your cardiovascular health naturally? These traditional Chinese medicinal herbs have been used for centuries to promote longevity and strengthen blood vessels, especially beneficial for older adults!


Heart-Healthy Hawthorn (Haws) Basics

This simple method harnesses the power of dried haws for cardiovascular support!

  • 2 tbsp dried haws (hawthorn berries)
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tsp honey (optional)


Equipment needed:

  • Small pot
  • Strainer
  • Cup or mug


Instructions:

  1. Rinse dried haws briefly under cool water
  2. Add haws and water to a small pot
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes
  4. The water will turn a reddish color as the beneficial compounds release
  5. Strain the liquid into your cup
  6. Add honey if desired for sweetness
  7. Drink warm, once daily, preferably in the morning
  8. This simple tea helps support healthy blood pressure and circulation

Longevity Booster Porridge

A nourishing breakfast that combines traditional herbs for maximum cardiovascular benefits! 🌟

  • 0.5 cup rolled oats or rice porridge base
  • 2 cups water or milk
  • 1 tbsp dried haws, finely chopped
  • 0.5 tsp Ginseng powder
  • 0.25 tsp Sanqi powder
  • 0.25 tsp Dan Shen powder
  • 0.25 tsp Shan Zha powder (if available)
  • 1 tsp honey or dates for sweetness (optional)


Equipment needed:

  • Small pot
  • Spoon for stirring
  • Bowl for serving


Instructions:

  1. Prepare your base porridge by cooking oats or rice with water/milk until soft
  2. While the porridge is cooking, finely chop the dried haws
  3. When the porridge is almost done, add the chopped haws and all four herbal powders
  4. Stir well to combine all ingredients
  5. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes
  6. Add honey or chopped dates if desired for sweetness
  7. Serve warm in a bowl
  8. Start with smaller amounts of the herbal powders and gradually increase as you age
  9. This combination is traditionally used to support blood vessel health and promote longevity

Traditional Heart-Support Tea Blend

This powerful combination of herbs creates a potent tea for cardiovascular wellness! 🍵

  • 1 tbsp dried haws
  • 1 tsp dried goji berries
  • 0.5 tsp Ginseng powder
  • 0.25 tsp Sanqi powder
  • 0.25 tsp Dan Shen powder
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tsp honey (optional)


Equipment needed:

  • Small pot
  • Strainer
  • Tea cups


Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients (except honey) to a small pot with water
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes
  3. The liquid will develop a rich, reddish-brown color
  4. Strain into two cups
  5. Add honey if desired
  6. Share with a loved one or enjoy half in the morning and half in the evening
  7. This traditional blend combines herbs known to support circulation and heart health
  8. For best results, drink regularly as part of a balanced wellness routine


Crepi il lupo! 🐺