It's All About Tea — traditional chinese medicine
The Enigmatic Cha Qi: Tea Experience and Its Transformative Powers
Posted by Misha Gulko on
In the world of tea, there is a fascinating concept known as "Cha Qi" (茶气) – a notion that adds an intriguing dimension to the tea experience.
To grasp the essence of Cha Qi, let's look at the hieroglyph 气, pronounced "Qi." Its form signifies an energy that is fluid, ever-present, ever-changing, and elusive – an embodiment of the unseen forces that govern life itself. Within the realm of tea (茶 – Cha), Cha Qi plays a significant role, extending beyond the act of tea drinking to influence the entire tea experience.
In this exploration, we'll delve into Cha Qi as the tea's ability to affect a person's physical and mental state. Beyond being a simple beverage, tea becomes a gateway to altered states of mind and heightened sensations. From teas that help you focus to those that induce a sense of calm, the tea experience becomes a personal voyage where the ordinary transcends into something extraordinary. Throughout this exploration, we'll try to understand and define the enigmatic nature of Cha Qi. (Read more)
The 3 Most Suitable Teas to Drink in Wintertime (part I)
Posted by Boyka Mihaylova on
Tea has earned a highly respected status among other TCM remedies as “a cure for 10 000 illnesses”.
While preferences towards one or another tea are strictly based on personal taste, each of the six main tea types has unique properties that can be experienced at their best in a particular set of circumstances.
As most of us living in the Northern hemisphere are amid wintertime, let’s dive deeper into the Chinese teas that hold the most benefits for the human body during wintertime. (Read more)
Tea for the soul – Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Traditional Chinese Medicine: Heating Chinese Teas
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All About Tea Stuffed Tangerines (Chen Pi)
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