Hello! This is Dennis Tang from Hong Kong Branch, a member of Well-being team of Social Value and Well-being Committee (SVWC) in FY2023.

Floral tea is a unique and enjoyable experience for tea lovers who want to explore different flower-based tastes and aromas in their tea. Floral tea can be made from a variety of flowers, such as chamomile, hibiscus, rose, lavender, jasmine, lily flower and many others.  These flowers are often dried and steeped in hot water, which releases their natural flavors and aromas.

Floral team is more than just a sip. They are elixirs that bridge the gap between mind and body. Our bodies are intricate ecosystems, and the choices we make—especially what we consume—impact our overall well-being. The concept of holistic health recognizes that physical health is intertwined with mental and emotional balance. Floral teas are often consumed for their soothing and calming properties and are sometimes used as a natural remedy for various health conditions, such as insomnia, anxiety, or digestive issues.

In March 2024, SMTB Hong Kong Branch participated a “Floral Tea Workshop” organized by the Occupational Safety and Health Council. Its objective is to promote a joyful and healthy environment for the workplace. During the workshop, a Chinese medicine practitioner from HKBU taught us how to distinguish nine types of Traditional Chinese Medicine constitution by doing a simple quiz and shared her insights on how floral teas can help to keep both our body and mind healthy.

The floral tea workshop was a delightful success, I found the workshop to be a perfect blend of education and relaxation, learning about the health benefits of floral tea from a Chinese medicine practitioner was incredibly insightful, and we are overjoyed by the positive feedback from our participants.

Let’s stay tuned for more future SVWC activities to explore the intersection of wellness and the workplace!