How to Make Chanca Piedra Tea

Chanca piedra tea is brewed using the leaves and stems of the plant bearing the same name. Chanca piedra is an annual herb that grows worldwide in tropical climates and tends to invade the area if the growth is unregulated. Further study is needed, but there is some evidence that the herb is a diuretic, antispasmodic, antibacterial and promotes hypoglycemic activity. Nutritionally, chanca piedra contains vitamin C, tannins, flavonoids, lipids and alkaloids. It is most commonly used to treat kidney stones, liver diseases and viral infections.

Things You'll Need

  • Water
  • Kettle
  • Cup
  • Dried chanca piedra
  • Tea ball
  • Sweetener or flavoring (optional)
  • Spoon

Instructions

  1. Heat water to boil in your tea kettle. Pour the hot water into your cup.

  2. Place dried chanca piedra leaves into the tea ball. Add any other herbs into the tea ball, if desired.

  3. Add sweetener or another flavoring to the water. Stir in the sweetener with your spoon.

  4. Place the filled tea ball in water. Steep for 15 to 20 minutes.

  5. Remove the tea ball from the water. Allow the tea to cool slightly, then stir again.

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