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"Xiao Li, have you heard? Sister Wang of our unit, her stubborn uterine fibroid has healed on its own!" As soon as Li Fang entered the office, she couldn't wait to share this surprising news with her friend Xiao Li.
Xiao Li looked confused: "Really? Didn't you say you were going to have surgery last month? Why is it all of a sudden?"
Li Fang said mysteriously: "It is said that it was cured by drinking tea!" I don't know exactly what's going on, why don't we talk to Sister Wang after work?"
Xiao Li nodded, full of curiosity. After getting off work, the two came to Sister Wang's house. Sister Wang warmly beckoned them to sit down and made them each a cup of tea.
"Sister Wang, we heard that your fibroids have healed, is it true?" Xiao Li couldn't wait to ask. Sister Wang smiled and nodded: "Yes, I think it's incredible."
"What the hell is going on?" Li Fang asked. Sister Wang took a deep breath and began to tell her story: "Things started three months ago......
Sister Wang was previously diagnosed with uterine fibroids during a routine physical examination, and they have grown to the size of a goose egg. The doctor advised her to have surgery as soon as possible, but Sister Wang had always been afraid of surgery.
Just when she was at a loss, by chance, she met a retired Chinese medicine physician, Professor Zhang. After hearing about her condition, Professor Zhang recommended a special tea therapy method to her.
Professor Zhang said that the active ingredients contained in certain teas may have an inhibitory effect on fibroids. He recommended three types of tea to me: green tea, lotus leaf tea, and cassia tea. Sister Wang recalled.
Xiao Li was a little skeptical: "Is it really effective?" Sounds like a folk remedy. "
Sister Wang smiled and said, "I didn't believe it at first. However, Professor Zhang explained that the polyphenols, flavonoids and other components contained in these teas may have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hormone levels, thereby helping to alleviate fibroid symptoms. "
Li Fang pondered: "I seem to have read relevant research somewhere. The catechins in green tea have indeed been shown to have anti-tumor potential. "
Sister Wang nodded: "That's right." Professor Zhang also told me that lotus leaf tea has the effect of diuresis and swelling, while cassia tea can help with detoxification. He advised me to alternate these three teas every day for three months. "
"And then? Does it really work?" Xiao Li asked.
Sister Wang showed a relieved smile: "In the first month, I didn't feel any obvious changes. But by the second month, I noticed that my abdominal bloating and pain had lessened, and my menstrual flow had become normal. At the end of the third month, I went to the hospital for a follow-up check-up and the doctor was surprised to find that my fibroids had shrunk by more than half!"
Li Fang and Xiao Li both exclaimed in surprise. Sister Wang continued: "The most amazing thing is that after insisting on drinking tea for five months, my latest examination showed that the fibroids were almost completely gone!"
"It's incredible!" Xiao Li sighed, "But Sister Wang, are you sure that this is really the credit of tea?" Could there be other factors?"
Sister Wang understood Xiao Li's doubts: "I also asked Professor Zhang this question. He said that while it is not 100 percent certain that it is the role of tea, scientific research has confirmed the potential benefits of these tea ingredients. "
Li Fang thought thoughtfully: "I remember reading some related research reports. For example, studies have shown that theophylates (EGCG) in green tea can inhibit the growth and spread of tumor cells. "
Sister Wang added: "Yes, Professor Zhang also mentioned this. He also said that the alkaloids and flavonoids in lotus leaves may help improve blood circulation and boost metabolism. The anthraquinones contained in cassia seeds have a laxative effect and help to flush out toxins from the body. "
Xiao Li was still a little skeptical: "But Sister Wang, while you drink tea, have you also changed other living habits?"
Sister Wang said frankly: "That's true. Under Professor Zhang's suggestion, I also adjusted my diet, increased the intake of vegetables and fruits, and reduced high-fat and high-sugar foods. At the same time, I also started to exercise moderately every day. "
Li Fang suddenly realized: "So, is it actually the result of the combined action of many factors?"
Sister Wang nodded in agreement: "That's right." Professor Zhang emphasized that tea therapy is only an auxiliary means, and a healthy lifestyle is the foundation. He said that the combination of these three teas may have played a role in 'fighting poison with poison', like using gentle force to 'force' fibroids out of the body. "
Xiao Li thought thoughtfully: "So, the role of tea is more like a catalyst?"
Sister Wang smiled and said, "It can be understood so. The active ingredients in tea may help activate the body's ability to heal itself. Professor Zhang said that traditional Chinese medicine is about 'strengthening the right and dispelling evil', and the combination of these three teas is helping our body to restore balance. "
Li Fang asked curiously, "Sister Wang, can you tell me more about how you drink these teas?"
Sister Wang explained in detail: "I drink tea three times a day, green tea in the morning, lotus leaf tea at noon, and cassia tea in the evening. Use 3-5 grams of tea leaves each time and brew with boiling water for 5-10 minutes. Professor Zhang especially advised that no sugar or other condiments should be added to keep the original taste of the tea. "
Xiao Li thoughtfully: "It doesn't sound complicated, but it needs to be persisted for a long time, right?"
Sister Wang nodded: "Yes, persistence is the key." At first, I had doubts about the effect, but Professor Cheung encouraged me to be patient. He said that the change in the body is a slow process and immediate results cannot be expected. "
Li Fang asked, "Sister Wang, have you encountered any difficulties or side effects in this process?"
Sister Wang recalled: "The biggest challenge may be perseverance. Cassia tea, in particular, has a bitter taste and is painful to drink at first. But slowly I got used to it. As for the side effects, I personally don't feel any obvious feelings, but Professor Zhang reminded that tea contains caffeine, which may cause insomnia or heart palpitations to some people, so it is best to drink tea at night two or three hours before bedtime. "
Xiao Li suddenly thought: "Sister Wang, have you ever considered whether it will be a placebo effect?"
Sister Wang smiled and said, "I also asked Professor Zhang this question. He said that even if there is a placebo effect, as long as it is good for the body, why not do it? Moreover, my fibroids did objectively shrink, which cannot be explained by the placebo effect. "
Li Fang sighed: "After listening to Sister Wang's experience, it really makes people have a new understanding of traditional Chinese medicine and tea therapy."
Sister Wang nodded in agreement: "Yes, I now deeply understand that health really needs all-round attention. Tea therapy was just an entry point and it helped me re-examine my lifestyle. "
Disclaimer: This article is for reference only, and the medical knowledge described is true and well-founded, but it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you have any health problems, please consult a doctor or other
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