Description
WOOD (木) – New Beginnings, Growth, Vision
Symbolism:
- Season: Spring
- Direction: East
- Color: Green
- Emotion: Kindness, Expansion
- Tea Base: Green Tea (绿茶)
- Symbolism: Wood represents growth, renewal, and creative energy, perfect for setting intentions for the new year.
Herbal Ingredients:
- Birch Leaf – Renewal and purification
- Dandelion Root – Detoxification, new beginnings
- Green Tea – Clarity, longevity
- Violet – Healing, creativity
- Hibiscus – Passion, flow
- Icelandic Moss – Resilience, grounding
- Moringa – Strength, vitality
- Pink Pepper – Fire, motivation
Ritual:
- Drink this tea while setting resolutions for the coming year.
- Visualize yourself growing like a tree, expanding in all directions.
| Ingredient | Health Conditions | Organ Functions | Interactions |
|---|
| Birch Leaf | Avoid with aspirin allergy, kidney disease, or heart conditions. | Acts as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory. | Interacts with diuretics, anticoagulants. |
| Dandelion Root | Avoid with bile duct obstruction, gallbladder issues, or kidney disease. | Supports liver and kidney function but may cause irritation. | Interacts with diuretics, lithium. |
| Green Tea | Avoid with caffeine sensitivity, heart conditions, or anemia. | Contains caffeine; may enhance focus but reduce iron absorption. | Interacts with stimulants, anticoagulants. |
| Violet | Avoid if allergic to plants in the Violaceae family. | Supports lymphatic system and soothes inflammation. | No major drug interactions reported. |
| Hibiscus | Avoid in pregnancy, low blood pressure, or with hormone-sensitive conditions. | Lowers blood pressure, supports circulation. | Interacts with antihypertensives. |
| Icelandic Moss | Avoid if allergic to lichen or prone to stomach ulcers. | Supports respiratory and digestive health. | No major drug interactions reported. |
| Moringa | Avoid in pregnancy, thyroid disorders, or low blood pressure. | High in nutrients; supports energy and immunity. | Interacts with thyroid meds, antihypertensives. |
| Pink Pepper | Avoid if allergic to cashews/mangoes (same plant family). | Supports circulation and digestion. | May interact with anticoagulants. |
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