Dried tangerine peel, since ancient times, has been a beloved health and wellness remedy. It is praised as "one liang of dried tangerine peel is worth one liang of gold." Dried tangerine peel has many uses; it is not only an important ingredient in many formulas but also a key seasoning for enhancing flavor in cooking. The rare effects of drinking dried tangerine peel tea.
Regulating qi, strengthening the spleen, drying dampness, and resolving phlegm.
Its most common use is to treat motion sickness. 1 hour before getting on a car (or boat), place 1 piece in your mouth every 20 minutes and swallow after it dissolves. After the car (or boat) starts, place 1 piece in your mouth every 10 minutes and swallow after it dissolves to take effect.
Cleansing the intestines
Take 10-15g of Senna leaves and 6g of dried tangerine peel, steep in 1000ml of boiling water, cover tightly for 20 minutes, and drink in 2-3 servings. Senna has a laxative effect, can promote qi and relieve constipation, and adding dried tangerine peel can help cleanse the intestines.
Antibacterial
Dried tangerine peel has an inhibitory effect on superficial fungi. It can be used to treat dermatophytosis. Grind and soak dried tangerine peel in 95% ethanol to extract it, then prepare a 25% tincture and a 25% ointment from it. Apply to the affected area.
Treating coughs
Use 5 grams of dried orange peel, add 2 cups of water and simmer into a decoction, then add a small amount of ginger and brown sugar while hot and drink. Alternatively, take an appropriate amount of fresh orange peel, chop it, steep it in boiling water, add sugar, and drink as a tea substitute. It has the effect of resolving phlegm and stopping coughs.
How to make dried tangerine peel at home?
Air-dry the tangerine peel in the sun, then store it in a sealed container for 2-5 months. Use moist air with 80% humidity to soften the peel. Once the peel is softened, tie it up, air-dry it again, and then place it in the sun to dry completely. It is now ready to be made and stored in a sealed container.