Lotus heart, the green sprouts inside the lotus seeds, has long been used by traditional medicine to sedate and clear heat, but from a modern scientific perspective, the value of this herb is increasingly being clarified.
The natural alkaloid compounds in the lotus heart have the ability to support blood pressure regulation and soothe the nervous system. American cardiologist, Dr. Luke Laffin, Senior Lecturer at Griffith University (Australia), said that controlling stress in the morning can help stabilize heart rate and reduce the risk of high blood pressure during the day.
Not only that, drinking lotus heart tea when your stomach is still relatively "light" in the early morning can help the body absorb better antioxidants. This contributes to protecting cells, reducing silent inflammation, a factor related to many chronic diseases.
Another little-mentioned benefit is the positive impact on sleep. It sounds paradoxical, but according to nutritionists, using mild sedative herbs during the day can help the nervous system maintain balance, thereby improving sleep quality at night.
However, experts also note that it should not be abused. Lotus heart has a bitter taste and cold properties, if used too much, it can cause fatigue or digestive effects. You should only drink a small cup, diluted, every day.
In modern life, sometimes simple habits like a cup of morning tea are the key to helping the body become more balanced and healthy.
