Drinking herbal tea to relieve heat in summer feels very comfortable. However, the editor specially reminds that although herbal tea can relieve summer heat, it should not be consumed as a beverage. Especially for those with yang deficiency and poor spleen and stomach, drinking herbal tea requires caution. Below, we will discuss what misconceptions exist about herbal tea.

Misconception 1: Herbal tea has great effects

Many people mistakenly believe that drinking herbal tea can not only treat but also regulate the body. In fact, herbal tea only helps reduce summer heat and does not have other significant effects.

Misconception 2: Drinking herbal tea for internal heat

Drinking herbal tea may not be suitable for all types of internal heat. Herbal tea can only reduce "excess heat." Conditions like mouth ulcers are often caused by "deficiency heat," in which case herbal tea is not recommended.

Misconception 3: Excessive consumption of herbal tea

Many people treat herbal tea as a beverage in summer. This is a mistaken view. Excessive intake of cooling substances can cause discomfort, especially in children, the elderly, and those with yang deficiency.