Ban Lan Gen (Isatis Root) Instant Herbal Tea
$12.20
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Ban Lan Gen (Isatis Root) Instant Herbal Tea
$12.20
Size 7.4 oz (200g), 20 individual packets
Also called Fufang Nanbanlangen Chongji, Isatis Root Combination Instant Herbal Beverage.
What it is:
Ban Lan Gen Instant Herbal Tea (Pure Isatis Root) is probably the most popular antiviral herb used in Chinese common cold formulas. Ban Lan Gen, commonly called Isatis Root or Dyers Woad Root/Leaf, can be used to prevent multiple viral infections, including the common cold, fevers, and other infections of the nose, throat, and sinuses (upper respiratory tract infections). Drink a cup of this tea when exposed to others that are sick with a cold or when you think you are coming down with a cold to avoid getting sick yourself. This proven herb makes it a household staple.
Which concerns is it good for?
✔ Common cold
✔ Fevers or swelling
✔ Nose, throat, or sinus infections
✔ Encephalitis
✔ Digestive tract infections
✔ Psoriasis (when applied topically)
Key benefits:
- Prevents colds
- Natural antiviral properties
- Caffeine-free
- This instant herbal beverage dissolves in hot water with a smooth pleasant taste
- Comes with 16 individually sealed packets - convenient!
Traditional Chinese medicine benefits:
- Clears heat toxicity
- Clears cold blood
- Relieves sore throat
What else you need to know:
The instant beverage feels cooling and relaxing as it reduces swollen glands and sore throat.
Suggested usage:
- Dissolve 1-2 bags in a cup of boiling water, three times a day when needed.
Nan ban lan gen, Pu gong ying, Zi hua di ding, Cane Sugar
Frequently asked questions
What is Ban Lan Gen?
Ban Lan Gen is isatis root, also called dyer's woad root, one of the most popular herbs in Chinese cold-season formulas. This product is an instant granule tea, also sold as Fufang Nanbanlangen Chongji or Isatis Root Combination Instant Herbal Beverage. You simply dissolve a packet in hot water for a smooth, pleasant tasting cup.
What is Ban Lan Gen traditionally used for?
In Chinese medicine Ban Lan Gen is said to clear heat toxicity, cool the blood, and soothe a sore throat. Households traditionally reach for a cup at the first sign of a scratchy throat or swollen glands, or when people around them are under the weather during cold season. The drink feels cooling and relaxing.
What is in this isatis root instant tea?
The formula combines three herbs with cane sugar. Nan Ban Lan Gen (isatis root), Pu Gong Ying (dandelion), and Zi Hua Di Ding (Chinese violet) are all classic heat-clearing herbs in TCM, and the cane sugar helps the granules dissolve and keeps the taste smooth. Because it is a combination formula, it goes a bit beyond isatis alone.
How do I make Ban Lan Gen tea?
Dissolve 1 to 2 packets in a cup of boiling water and stir until the granules disappear. You can drink it up to three times a day when needed. There is nothing to steep or strain, which makes it easy to take to work or on the road in its individually sealed packets.
Does this herbal tea contain caffeine or sugar?
It is caffeine free, so it is fine to drink in the evening. It does contain cane sugar, which gives it a gently sweet taste and helps the granules dissolve. If you are watching your sugar intake, keep that in mind and consider sticking to one packet per cup.
Who should not drink Ban Lan Gen?
Ban Lan Gen is a cold-natured herb, so people who tend to feel chilly or have a sensitive stomach may find it does not agree with them. Avoid it during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless a practitioner advises it, and ask before giving it to children. If you take prescription medicines, check with your doctor first.
How long can I keep taking Ban Lan Gen?
Ban Lan Gen is meant to be used when needed, for a few days at a time, rather than as a year-round daily drink. Cold herbs like isatis are traditionally taken short term because long use can tax the digestion. Once your throat feels settled, it is usually time to stop.
How big is a box of Ban Lan Gen instant tea?
Each box holds 7.4 oz (200 g) of instant granules divided into individually sealed packets. At 1 to 2 packets a cup, up to three cups a day, one box covers several days of use during cold season. The sealed packets keep the granules dry, so it is easy to keep a box in the pantry.