As the saying goes, one becomes somewhat depleted even if healthy at the start of autumn, so it is important to focus on health preservation during this season. Properly regulating bodily functions can help build up enough energy and spirit before winter arrives. After the beginning of autumn, the heat of summer has not yet dissipated, and there is a transition from yang to yin. Drinking Tea at this time benefits the body by helping to consolidate yang and release yin. In autumn, in response to changing weather conditions, Drinking Tea can help the body more peacefully accept dryness and coldness, maintaining vitality.

What Kinds of Tea Are Best to Drink in Autumn

1. Oolong Tea

There's a saying that goes, “Drink floral tea in spring, Green Tea in summer, oolong tea in autumn, and black tea in winter.” Oolong tea, also known as green tea in Chinese, is suitable for autumn. Popular varieties like Tieguanyin fall under this category. Oolong tea is neither too warm nor too cool, lying between green and black teas, with a rich and refreshing taste. It has effects such as moistening the lungs, clearing heat, quenching thirst, and stimulating saliva production.

2. Dark Tea (Hei Cha)

From ancient times until now, there has been a tradition of “adding autumn weight.” As the climate cools in autumn, appetite increases, and overeating can place a heavy burden on the digestive system. Dark tea contains a large amount of vitamins and trace elements, and drinking it can promote digestion and reduce the burden on the stomach and intestines.

3. Lotus Leaf Tea

As the weather gradually turns cooler in autumn, fat begins to accumulate. Lotus leaf tea contains a large amount of fiber, which can stimulate bowel movements and has diuretic effects, helping to eliminate edema and improve bowel function. However, lotus leaves are cold in nature and are best used in combination with other ingredients.

Qianliubai Mulberry Leaf Tea contains ingredients such as lotus leaves, mulberry leaves, chrysanthemum flowers, kudzu roots, Tartary buckwheat, corn silk, and cassia seeds.

4. White Tea

White tea is lightly fermented, unroasted, and unrubbed, naturally withered and dried. Its mild nature makes it suitable for consumption all year round, and drinking white tea in autumn can help reduce internal heat and dryness. White tea is not subjected to fixation, preserving a large number of active enzymes. White tea replenishes body fluids and nourishes the yin while moisturizing and soothing dryness.

Depending on the picking standards, white tea can be categorized into four main types: Silver Needle, Bai Mudan, Gongmei, and Shoumei. Tea made from the plump buds of Da Bai tea (a single bud only) is called Silver Needle (or White Silver Needle); tea made from the tender shoots of Xiao Bai tea (a local term in Fujian for general shrub-type tea trees), including two or three young leaves, is called Gongmei; Bai Mudan is made from the tender shoots of tea trees, consisting of one bud and one or two leaves, with green leaves holding silver-white downy tips, resembling flowers; Shoumei, with an appearance similar to an elder's eyebrows, is made from the tender shoots of tea trees, including one bud and two or three leaves.

5. Pu'er Tea

In autumn, it's not just about “adding autumn weight”; attention should also be paid to the health of the digestive system and weight management, making Pu'er tea a must-have.

Pu'er tea falls under the category of dark teas and is a post-Fermented tea. There are two main types of Pu'er: raw (sheng) and ripe (shou). Raw Pu'er is naturally fermented, which can be more stimulating for some people, while ripe Pu'er is artificially fermented, resulting in less stimulation for the body.

Raw Pu'er has a mild nature and is excellent for relieving heat and quenching thirst, suitable for most people. Ripe Pu'er has a warm and gentle nature, placing little stress on the stomach and aiding in lowering cholesterol and nourishing the stomach.

The Benefits of Drinking Tea in Autumn

01. Combatting Autumn Fatigue

As summer gives way to autumn, the body enters a cyclical period of rest and recuperation. However, the body may experience a sense of inexplicable fatigue, commonly referred to as “autumn fatigue.” Tea has the effect of invigorating the mind and improving mental clarity, and the caffeine in tea can combat fatigue.

02. Alleviating Autumn Dryness

As the air becomes drier in autumn, people may experience symptoms of “autumn dryness,” such as skin irritation, sore throats, and oral discomfort. Choosing teas with a balanced, neither hot nor cold nature can moisturize the skin, alleviate dryness, stimulate saliva production, and clear heat, thereby mitigating the effects of autumn dryness on the body and allowing it to remain “moist” throughout the season.

03. Aiding Digestion and Reducing Greasiness

In autumn, it is important to regulate the digestive system to avoid issues like stomach discomfort and indigestion. Reasonable tea consumption can help cleanse the digestive tract, reduce greasiness, provide the body with vitamins and fiber, and eliminate accumulated toxins, enabling the body to function healthily once again.

04. Enhancing Immunity

In addition to nurturing the stomach, drinking tea in autumn can strengthen the immune system. Tea has strong antibacterial properties and can help prevent viral colds, lower blood sugar and blood pressure. Teas with a mild nature are also suitable for those with weaker constitutions, enabling us to stay healthy throughout the autumn season.