Herbal Teas
Dried Fig & Pear Tea (Xueli Wuhuaguo Cha)
Dried Fig & Pear Tea is a classic wellness tea known for its core benefits of moistening the lungs, relieving cough, and clearing heat. Pear, known as the “natural nectar,” is cool in nature and generates fluids, moistens dryness, and resolves phlegm. Dried figs are neutral in nature, strengthening the spleen, clearing the intestines, and moistening the lungs. Together, they create a balanced formula that is both cooling and nourishing, effectively relieving throat discomfort, dry skin, and other “dryness” symptoms caused by autumn weather, late nights, or voice strain. The tea is sweet, mellow, and soothing – an ideal daily wellness beverage for autumn and winter.
Main Ingredients
- Pear 1-2 pieces
- Dried figs 3-6 pieces
- Rock sugar or honey to taste
- Water 500-1000ml
Steps
Wash 1-2 pears and 3-6 figs. Pear can be peeled or unpeeled (skin is recommended for better cough-relieving effects), remove core, cut into small chunks or slices. Cut figs in half or into quarters to release active compounds.
Place prepared pear and figs in a pot or electric kettle, add 500-1000ml of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 5-15 minutes. Turn off heat and steep for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Add rock sugar or honey to taste (diabetics may omit). Consume 1 dose daily, drinking frequently as tea. Finally, chew and eat the figs and pear to make full use of dietary fiber. Can be re-brewed until flavor fades.
TCM Notes
Pear: Sweet, slightly sour, cold in nature; enters the Lung and Stomach meridians. Known for clearing heat, generating fluids, moistening dryness, and resolving phlegm. Rich in water, vitamin C, and pectin that protects the gastric lining. Dried Figs: Sweet, neutral in nature; enters the Lung, Spleen, and Large Intestine meridians. Known for clearing heat, generating fluids, strengthening the spleen, moistening the lungs, relieving sore throat, and moistening the intestines. Rich in enzymes (protease and amylase) that aid digestion, and dietary fiber that relieves constipation. Synergistic Effect: Pear clears heat and moistens dryness; figs strengthen the spleen and generate fluids. Together, they are moistening without being too cooling, and nourishing without being greasy. Regular consumption helps relieve dry cough, sore throat, and skin dryness caused by autumn dryness.
Suitable for：Those with dry/sore throat and hoarseness Those with lung-heat dry cough, dry cough with little phlegm, or persistent cough Those with dry mouth, dry skin, or internal heat from staying up late Those with poor appetite, indigestion, or constipation Those who overuse their voice (e.g., teachers, broadcasters, salespeople) General population for autumn-winter wellness and dryness relief
Not suitable for：Those with Spleen-Stomach Cold Deficiency – pear is cold in nature; excessive consumption may damage Spleen yang Those with cold constitution or frequent diarrhea – may worsen symptoms Diabetes patients – strictly control or omit sugar Those with early-stage wind-cold colds (thin white phlegm, chills) – this tea is for wind-heat dry cough Those with fatty liver or cerebral hemorrhage – use with caution Avoid consuming with lamb – may cause indigestion
