Bamboo has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine. An infusion of bamboo has beneficial effects on the human body. It contains no caffeine and is a natural antioxidant, removing harmful compounds from the body, including heavy metals. Bamboo infusion contains beneficial amino acids (tyrosine speeds up metabolism and has an overall strengthening effect), vitamin C, fiber, iron, magnesium, potassium and calcium. The leaves treat lung diseases and heartburn, help with respiratory disorders, normalize blood sugar levels, benefit nails and hair. It helps during periods of vitamin deficiency, depression, nervous breakdowns and exhaustion. The taste of bamboo infusion is fresh, herbal and sweet. It can be brewed in its pure form or combined with tea.