English: Sencha Green Tea
Latin: Camellia sinensis
Ayurvedic (parallel): Stimulant leaf, similar to Chunmee
Benefits: Antioxidant, stimulant, digestive stimulant.
Healing Uses: Fatigue, sluggish metabolism, poor concentration.
Doshic Effects: Vata ↑, Pitta ↑, Kapha ↓.
Preparation: Infuse 1 tsp in hot water (not boiling), steep 2 min.
Flavor (Rasa): Bitter, astringent.
Post-digestive (Vipāka): Pungent.
Notes: Avoid excess with gastritis or high blood pressure.