Benefits and Side Effect of Omija Tea

Omija Tea Origin and Production Site

It refers to a traditional tea made with omija, and sometimes omija, which is measured with honey or sugar, is eaten in water.
Omija refers to the fruit of an omija tree, a deciduous vine plant that grows in the inner ring of a mountain valley.
It is called Omija tea because it has five flavors, sweet, salty, bitter, sour, and spicy. Among them, it has the strongest sour taste.
Records show that Omija, which was created in Hwangjan Mountain, Dongro-myeon, Mungyeong-si, the largest producer of modern Omija, is listed as a local specialty in various historical geographical books during the Joseon Dynasty.

 

Omija Tea efficacy

1. Strengthening blood vessel health
Omija's gomicin, citral, apple acid, citric acid, and cisantrine are said to be excellent in preventing blood vessels such as arteriosclerosis, myocardial infarction, and high blood pressure by helping the release of nope water in the blood vessels. This helps control blood pressure and strengthens the heart.

2. Strengthen immunity and recover from fatigue
Omija is rich in vitamin C, calcium, and minerals, which help improve immunity by promoting metabolism. These organic acids are also excellent at helping the quick decomposition of lactic acid, helping the muscle recover from fatigue.

3. Antioxidant Effects
The cisantrine component of Omija helps prevent cell aging and cell damage by removing free radicals from the body by oxidizing the body.

4. Strengthening the bronchial tubes
Omija's cyanthrin component is said to help release inflammation in the bronchial tubes and play an excellent role in catabolism.
It is said to help prevent respiratory diseases by relieving coughs and helping release phlegm.

5. Diabetes improvement
It works well to improve insulin, lowering blood sugar and helping prevent diabetes.

6. Strengthening brain function and preventing dementia
Omija's lignan component activates brain cells to help blood circulation in the brain, helping strengthen brain function. It is said to help prevent dementia prevention.

7. Liver enhancement
The cyandrine component of Omija helps release toxins accumulated in the liver and promotes hepatic cell regeneration to improve liver function and liver function. It is also said to have an excellent effect on relieving hangovers.

8. Prevention of Gynecological Diseases
Omija's lignan has the same effect as estrogen in women, which helps prevent menstrual irregularities, breast cancer and ovarian cancer.
It is also known to be good for women in menopause because it is effective in preventing osteoporosis. 

Omija Tea Side Effects

1. Omija is basically warm-tempered, so it is recommended that people who catch a cold or have a high fever avoid large amounts of intake.

2. Omija has a strong sour taste, so it is recommended to eat it carefully if gastrointestinal functions such as reflux gastroenteritis are reduced.

Note on Omija Tea 

1. Since more than 80% of omija's antioxidants are contained in seeds, eating only pulp has less omija effect.

2. It is recommended that Omija be sweet at low temperatures because long-term sweetening in hot water can strengthen bitter taste and destroy nutrients.

3. It is recommended to eat dried omija as much as possible because eating raw omija can cause diarrhea.