Heartleaf Dokudami Japanese Detox Tea

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Embrace the ancient wisdom of Japan with this traditional detox tea, known for its remarkable health benefits and natural healing properties.

The Japanese consider dokudami a cure-all plant and affectionately call it jūyaku, meaning "ten medicines."

  • Detoxifies the Body: Aids in removing harmful toxins, including those from fat breakdown during weight loss.
  • Increases Urination: Helps in expelling excess body water.
  • Combats Infections: Effective against viral and bacterial ailments.
  • Enhances Stamina & Endurance: Boosts physical and mental performance.
  • Improves Cognitive Health: Sharpens mental clarity and focus.
  • Scientifically Supported: Renowned for its antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal properties. See references below.

Easy to prepare. Serve hot or cold (see how-to below).

Also available in 150g bulk economy pack.

Wild-Harvested • All-Natural

Pesticide-free. Freshly-picked sun-dried leaves, uncrushed for optimal quality.

Type: Herbal
Region: Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan
Caffeine: None
Flavor: Earthy & sharp with subtle fish & mint aroma
Color: Reddish Brown
Ingredients: 100% Japanese dokudami (Houttuynia cordata)leaves
Net Weight: 50 grams
Product of Japan

About Dokudami

Dokudami is a Japanese native flowering plant with beautiful heart-shaped leaves and lovely white flowers. Its scientific name is Houttuynia cordata, also known as Heartleaf.

Dokudami is one of the most highly regarded Japanese traditional herbal remedies.

The word dokudami translates to "poison-block" in Japanese, signifying its detox properties.

Dokudami leaves are listed in the Pharmacopoeia of Japan (Nippon Yakkyoku-hō), the official record of approved herbal remedies published by the Japanese government since 1886.

How to Brew

Quick Brew Method
The following instructions are for making 4 cups (800 ml total.)

  1. Add 5 grams (2 heaping tablespoons) of dokudami leaves to a pot.
  2. Add 4 cups of near-boiling water.
  3. Brew for about 3 minutes.
  4. Strain and serve hot, cold or over ice.

Senjiru Brew Method
Senjiru is a traditional Japanese technique for yielding a deeper infusion.

  1. Pour a little more than 4 cups of cold water into a pot.
  2. Add 2 heaping tablespoons of dokudami leaves.
  3. Heat to a full, rolling boil.
  4. Turn heat down and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Turn heat off and wait for 10 minutes.
  6. Strain and serve.

REFERENCES

  • Virucidal effects of the steam distillate from Houttuynia cordata and its components on HSV-1, influenza virus, and HIV -- Planta Medica. 1995 Jun; 61(3):237-41.
  • Antioxidative effects of polyphenols in leaves of Houttuynia cordata -- Journal of Medicinal Food. July 2005, 8(2): 266-268.
  • Biological and antibacterial activities of the natural herb Houttuynia cordata water extract -- Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin. Vol. 31 (2008) No. 11 P 2012-2017
  • Immunomodulatory and anti-SARS activities of Houttuynia cordata -- International Society for Ethnopharmacology. 2008 Jun 19;118(1):79-85
  • Anti-Herpes Simplex Virus Activity of Bidens pilosa and Houttuynia cordata -- American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Volume 31, Issue 03, 2003
  • Water Extract of Houttuynia cordata Thunb. Leaves Exerts Anti-Obesity Effects by Inhibiting Fatty Acid and Glycerol Absorption -- Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology. Vol. 56 (2010) No. 2 P 150-156
  • Houttuynia cordata Improves Cognitive Deficits in Cholinergic Dysfunction Alzheimer's Disease-Like Models -- Biomolecules & Therapeutics. 2014 May; 22(3):176-83.
  • Nicotine detoxification of rutin, quercitrin, and chlorogenic acid isolated from Houttuynia cordata -- Journal of the Korean Society for Applied Biological Chemistry. August 2014, V 57, Issue 4, pp 503-509
  • Houttuynia cordata Extract Improves Physical Endurance Performance by Regulating Endothelial Production of Nitric Oxide -- Journal of Medicinal Food. Volume: 8 Issue 2: July 20, 2005

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  • 5
    Detox tea

    Posted by Gabi on 9th Mar 2021

    This is my first time trying dokudami tea. It's savory and soothing. Not bitter at all. Im so happy with the taste.

  • 5
    Great product

    Posted by Chiara on 29th Nov 2020

    Good taste. I use one teaspoon for 1 liter and I drink each day with pleasure. I ll order again surely!

  • 5
    Got this tea for my fiancee and I

    Posted by M&M on 28th Apr 2020

    We love using it as a base with mint or another herbal tea! Our tummies/bodies love it.

  • 5
    enjoyed

    Posted by fredrika jost on 16th Jan 2020

    i have enjoyed drinking it thru the day at work very refreshing cold in this sumer heat

  • 5
    Great Tea Detox

    Posted by NutmegsMom on 29th Apr 2017

    I bought this as soon as my newsletter arrived in my inbox. My mother used to live in Miyazaki and was pleasantly surprised to see that I bought this for my Spring detoxification. She gladly dusted off her teapot and started brewing this tea for me each morning. I finally finished my last dosage and am moving onto the other tea (kuromame) that was also in the newsletter. Fresh product and deep earthy taste. What I like about it is the detoxification properties. Thanks!

  • 5
    Great for my health!

    Posted by Ivanka on 5th Dec 2016

    Love this stuff, I drink this and the yomogi tea, this works great as a detox for my system, I always feel somewhat better after drinking it.. Love that there are so many herbs in it = many benefits. ;)

  • 5
    Very good!

    Posted by Samuel from Ringwood, Australia on 18th Aug 2015

    Fast postage, good communication, extra good service. Very good!