Dragon Herbs
Dragon Herbs Spring Dragon Longevity Tea
Spring Dragon Longevity Tea
The Healthiest Tea on Earth
The Multifunctional “Magical Grass”
In Asia, Gynostemma is known as a “magical grass.” It has been reported to have a wide range of health-promoting benefits.
In Asia, Gynostemma is considered to be:*
Invigorating (does not cause hyperactivity – not a stimulant)
Calming (promotes a sense of peace – not a sedative)
Anti-aging (antioxidant and more)
Anti-inflammatory (not as a medicine, but to help reduce the factors that cause low grade, sub-clinical chronic inflammation experienced by all humans)
Immune-regulating (not as a medicine, but to help support the normal healthy functioning of various immune functions)
A respiratory tonic (improves respiratory efficiency)
A digestive aid (Gynostemma is very soothing)
Gynostemma has been shown in animal studies to have liver and cardiovascular-protecting benefits and to support normal healthy functioning in these organs.*
Adaptogenic Benefits
The ultimate greatness of Gynostemma lies in its broad-spectrum adaptogenic (stress-modulating) quality.*
Adaptogenic herbs improve the efficiency of the metabolic, neurological, immunologic, respiratory, and endocrine systems. Prolonged consumption of Gynostemma tends to have a highly protective quality because it strengthens the adaptive capacity of the person at every level of their life.*
Double-Direction Activity
Gynostemma has the ability to bring balance to the body under a wide range of stressful circumstances.
Japanese studies have indicated that Gynostemma has a double-direction, regulating, adaptogenic influence on the central nervous system.
It is calming when one is overexcited and invigorating when one is fatigued.
Gynostemma is widely known for its “spirit-lifting” effect on one’s mood.
Gynostemma may have a direct strengthening effect on the heart.*
Weight Management Support
Gynostemma has developed an enormous reputation in Asia as a major aid in weight management programs:
Gynostemma can be useful in reducing excessive body fat, when combined with a reasonable exercise program and a healthy diet.
It may also help athletes, bodybuilders, or excessively slim people to gain weight.
Gynostemma accelerates the body’s metabolism and helps adjust blood sugar and blood fat levels.
Although not a laxative, it may help maintain healthy bowel movements.
Acts as a scavenger in the digestive system, ridding the body of toxins and toxic microbes.
Protects the stomach lining.*
Antioxidant & Anti-inflammatory Activity
Gynostemma is a potent antioxidant that protects cell membranes from oxidative injury, which can result in chronic inflammation.*
Main Active Ingredients: Saponins
The saponins in Gynostemma are called gypenosides.
There are over 100 gypenosides in Gynostemma.
These are responsible for the hepato-protective and adaptogenic qualities of this tonic herb.*
The Story of Spring Dragon Longevity Tea
In 1972, Japanese researchers reported that Gynostemma tea was being consumed daily as a “longevity tea” by many southern Chinese people. Revered as “magical grass,” it earned its name through its reputed health benefits.
Studies revealed that Gynostemma was extremely rich in saponins — even more so than ginseng. As interest grew, cultivation spread, and it became a widely consumed tonic tea.
In 1992, Ron Teeguarden, through a serendipitous meeting with Professor Xiao Peigun — one of China’s leading herbal medicine experts — was introduced to the highest-quality Gynostemma. Inspired by traditional methods of supersaturating herbs into tea leaves, Ron created Spring Dragon Longevity Tea with the help of a tea master.
In Addition to Gynostemma, This Tea Includes:
SchizandraThe “quintessence of Chinese herbs,” used to tonify all systems, cleanse the liver, open the lungs, and nourish the skin. A potent antioxidant.*
Goji BerriesA superfood rich in antioxidants, known for enhancing strength, vision, and beauty. Contains immune-potentiating polysaccharides.
AstragalusHighly regarded for its immune-regulating effects, energy tonification, and blood support.
Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng)Enhances physical and mental endurance, mood, and stress resilience. Rich in saponins.
Luo Han GuoAn exotic fruit used for centuries as a lung tonic. Contains mogroside, an immune-potentiating glucoside.
Traditional Function
Adaptogenic, anti-aging, immune-regulating, anti-inflammatory, blood sugar-regulating, fat-reducing, tonifying to the Lungs, Heart, Spleen/Pancreas, Liver, and Kidney, and detoxifying.
Who Can Use It?
Anyone.
Concentration
Whole cut Gynostemma tea; concentrated herbal extract (8:1)
Specifications
20 teabags per box
Precautions
If you are under a doctor’s supervision for cardiovascular disease, check with your physician prior to using this or any herbal product.
Usage
Drink 1 – 3 tea bags a day, making from 1 to 10 cups of tea.
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