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Tea Time Just Got More Fun: Meet Our Cat, Owl & Teapot Tea Infusers

Tea Time Just Got More Fun: Meet Our Cat, Owl & Teapot Tea Infusers

Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs Research Team. on Sep 16th 2026

Meet Our New Tea Infusers: Teapot, Cat & Owl Loose-leaf tea just got a little more fun. Making a good cup of tea doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes all you need is your favorite loose tea, hot water, a comfortable mug—and an infuser that makes you smile. Our new teapot, cat, and owl tea infusers combine an everyday tea tool with three playful designs. They're reusable, easy to us …
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Chinese Herbs Explained: What They Are, How They Work, and How to Choose a Trusted Source Online

Chinese Herbs Explained: What They Are, How They Work, and How to Choose a Trusted Source Online

Posted by Sarah Johnson, M.S. in Holistic Healing, - 1st Chinese Herbs Review Team on Dec 8th 2025

Chinese Herbs Explained: What They Are, How They Work, and How to Choose a Trusted Source Online Quick Answer  Chinese herbs are plant-based materials (roots, leaves, seeds, bark, flowers, fungi) and sometimes minerals or animal products used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) formulas to support balance in the body over time. They are usually chosen based on a person’s pattern (ho …
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The Hidden Science of Tea Brewing: How Water Temperature Changes Healing Power

The Hidden Science of Tea Brewing: How Water Temperature Changes Healing Power

Posted by Education Team @1st Chinese Herbs on Oct 11th 2025

The Hidden Science of Tea Brewing: How Water Temperature Changes Healing Power Brew smarter, not hotter. Learn how water temperature unlocks (or ruins) the active compounds in teas and herbs—plus folklore, step-by-steps, and pro tips. Quick Summary Of Brewing Tea  Different compounds extract at different temperatures (think: catechins, theanine, caffeine, essential oils, polysacchari …
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Chinese Herbal Tea for Cold Season: What to Brew First

Chinese Herbal Tea for Cold Season: What to Brew First

Posted by Education Team @1st Chinese Herbs on Sep 18th 2025

Chinese Herbal Teas for Cold Season: Top TCM Remedies for Throat & Lung Comfort Last Updated: September 2025Written by Sarah Johnson, M.S. in Holistic Healing Quick Definition Popular Chinese herbal teas for cold season wellness include Ban Lan Gen (Isatis Root), Yin Qiao San (Honeysuckle & Forsythia Formula), and Luo Han Guo (Monk Fruit). Used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicin …
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