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Perfect Pairing

Ingredients  Mulberry, Mulberry Leaf, Bergamot Peel and Jasmine Blossoms
Taste  Clean delicate taste with a subtle hint of sweetness
Characteristic  Mildly Cooling

About the Blend 

From your everyday meals to rich treats, feel the fresh and light notes of Perfect Pairing coming from Mulberry Leaves and Jasmine Blossoms. Often compared to Pu'Er, Perfect Pairing embodies the same taste and smell profile as the iconic Chinese tea sans caffeine.

Jasmine Blossoms and Bergamot Peel is a highly recommended combination to accompany your gastronomical indulgences. Jasmine Blossoms help to boost the release of gastric enzymes and aid digestion. At the same time, this pair of ingredients can help fight against bad bacteria, which can otherwise cause intestinal inflammation.

Mulberry leaves and fruits contains active component
1-Deoxynojirimycin1-Deoxynojirimycin is an enzyme inhibitor which helps to delay the absorption of carbohydrates from the small intestine, thus lowering blood glucose levels.
(1-DNJ), which helps manage blood sugar levels and cholesterol levels by regulating the intensity that carbohydrate-digesting enzymes break down food into glucose sugars, to prevent sugar highs and rushes.

Mulberries and Bergamot Peel also work in synergy to relieve cold and flu symptoms. Mulberries have strong antiviral polyphenol content (such as
Gallic Acid)Gallic acid is a well-known natural antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory properties.
that prevent certain strains of influenza virus from entering our cells. Bergamot Peel contains the
flavonoid Naringenin,Naringenin are flavonoids that can inhibit oxidative stress and has anti-inflammatory properties.
which counters the ability of the virus to multiply. This 'Perfect Pairing' for meals is also the perfect combination for good health!

 

Ingredient Combination

The following video provides a summary on how unique ingredient pairings bring about similar benefits but through different mechanisms, hence giving an all-rounded boost for our body.

Ingredient Encyclopedia

Roll over each image to learn the scientific and Chinese names of the ingredients, and learn more about them!

Mulberry Leaf
桑叶
Morus alba

Common Name: Mulberry Leaf
Part Used: Leaf
Origin: China

Top Health Benefits:
  1. Rich in antioxidants called Anthocyanin which restricts bad cholesterol levels and protect heart health
  2. Contains 1-DNJ (1-deoxynojirimycin) that helps manage blood sugar levels through a more regular rate of breakdown in carbohydrates
  3. Supports oral health by providing an antibacterial cleanse in the mouth

Mulberry 桑椹
Morus alba

Common Name: Mulberry
Part Used: Fruit
Origin: China

Top Health Benefits:
  1. Rich in antioxidants called Anthocyanin which restricts bad cholesterol levels and protect heart health
  2. Contains 1-deoxynojirimycin (1-DNJ) that helps manage blood sugar levels through a more regular rate of breakdown in carbohydrates
  3. Contains gallic acid that directly inhibits influenza viral entry into cells and suppresses virus multiplication

Bergamot Peel
佛手柑
Citrus bergamia

Common Name: Bergamot Peel
Part Used: Fruit
Origin: Italy

Top Health Benefits:
  1. Relieves stomach pain and spasms by easing inflammations and eliminating bad bacteria
  2. Inhibits cholesterol production and regulates overall cholesterol levels to protect heart health
  3. Relieves stress by stimulating the production of Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) that signals the brain to relax
  4. Rich in antioxidants called flavonoids that contribute to the body’s immunity against viruses

Jasmine Blossom
茉莉花
Jasminum sambac

Common Name: Jasmine Blossom
Part Used: Flower
Origin: Asia

Top Health Benefits:
  1. Relieves stress by stimulating the production of Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) that signals the brain to relax
  2. Provide digestive aid by supporting gastric enzyme activity and promote good bacteria growth in the gut
  3. Rich in antioxidants that can reduce oxidation levels in bad cholesterol that can result in the inflammation of blood vessels and high blood pressure

Blend-Specific Frequently Asked Questions

Although the Mulberries and Mulberry Leaves have “cold” characteristics in accordance with TCM's Four Natures spectrum, the presence of Bergamot Peel and Jasmine Flowers provide some balance and provide a warmer aspect to the tea. Hence, the overall blend is “mildly cooling”.

Yes definitely! Maintaining healthy blood sugar levels during pregnancy is crucial to the health of your baby.

Another suitable blend would be Evening Calm. For more information about how TILY can accompany your pregnancy journey, do check out our blog post here!

If you are currently on medication, please consult your doctors before consuming our blends.

Perfect Pairing contains ingredients that may affect the blood sugar levels, hence one may need to monitor sugar levels closely if under diabetic drugs and treatment.

General rule is to consume the tea at least 1 hour before and after taking regular medication.

Steep and enjoy a bag of Perfect Pairing together with any high sugar meal to help balance out any sugar rush whilst supporting your digestive system.

Each teabag requires 5-8 minutes of steeping time for a good amount of infusion, and may be refilled 2 to 3 times.

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