Chamomile Tea

Origin: Europe and Asia
Family: Asteraceae
Also called: German chamomile, wild chamomile, roman chamomile
Active Ingredients: Coumarin, phytochemicals, azulene, borneol, gentisic acid

Chamomile Tea is regarded as a great all round herb. It will calm anxiety
and relax both physical and mental tension. It is also helpful for
flatulence, diarrhoea, stomach disorders, insomnia and toothache.
Chamomile tea is also an excellent herb for teething babies or when they
have ear infections, cramps or stomach aches.

Also chamomile tea is benificial for colitis, fever, IBD, colic, gingivitis, hemorrhoids, menstrual disorders and also as a mouthwash for minor mouth and gum infections. CAUTION: Chamomile should not be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and also people with allergies may react if taking chamomile.

Hot infusion

Preparing a hot infusion Chamomile tea requires several steps.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the Chamomile Tea Herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the herbs to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip

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St John's Wort

Family: Clusiaceae
Origin: Europe

St john's wort is widely recognised for treatment for mild depression and anxiety, with no side effects. The major active ingredients in St john's wort include hypericin and other dianthrones, flavonoids, xanthones, and hyperforin. CAUTION St john's wort should not be used in conjunction with various other prescription medicines. Please consult with your health professional before using St John's Wort as a supplement.

How to prepare St John's Wort herbal loose leaf tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.

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Passion Flower

Family: Passifloraceae
Active Compounds: Chrysin and Benzoflavone

Passion flower is a great calming herb. It is used mostly for anxiety, insomnia, epilepsy, hysteria and nervous gastrointestinal conditions. In any condition that involve muscular spasm such as asthma and knotted muscles, passion flower can be useful.

How to prepare Passion Flower loose leaf tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.
  

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Peppermint

Family: Lamiaceae
Origin: Europe
Active ingredients: menthol, menthone and menthyl acetate

The leaves and stem of the peppermint herb have a high oil content and is the part of the plant used medicinally. Peppermint is used for many ailments including heart burn, nausea, motion sickness, cold or influenza, tension headaches and flatulence. Peppermint helps the flow of digestive juices, and can also be used to aid bowel problems such as ulcerative colitis, IBD and Crohn's disease.

How to prepare herbal loose leaf tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the mixed herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the mixed herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.

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Feverfew

Family: Asteraceae
Origin: Eurasia

Feverfew has been associated with promoting restful sleep, relief from asthma attacks and improving digestion. By far its most noted use is effectiveness in relieving and preventing migraines. Probably due to a combination of active constituents of the herb, which are both anti-histamine and anti- inflammatory. The active ingredients in feverfew include parthenlide and tanerin. As well as its most noted uses it has also been used for athritis and for reducing fevers.

How to prepare herbal loose leaf tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the mixed herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the mixed herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.

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Calendula

Family: Asteraceae
Origin: Macaronesia and Iran

Calendula is a valuable herb for digestive inflammations and complaints such as gastric and duodenal ulcers. Calendula is helpful for treating fungal infections, and is also used to treat skin diseases and delayed menstruation. Externally calendula promotes healing of slow healing wounds, skin ulcers, varicose veins, inflammation of the skin, external bleeding, minor burns and scalds.

How to prepare Calendula herbal loose leaf tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the mixed herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the mixed herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.

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Bearberry

Family: Arctostaphylos
Found: North America, Asia, Europe

Bearberry also known as uva ursi is an effective herb against infections of the bladder, urethra and kidney. It is used to not only kill infective organisms, but also soothes inflammation and strengthens the tissue in these areas. Bearberry tea is also used to relieve the pain of urinary tract infections such as pyelitis, cystitis and urethritis.

How to prepare Bearberry herbal tea tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the mixed herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the mixed herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.

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Horney Goat Weed

Family: Berberidaceae
Origin: China, Europe

Horney goat weed has been used in Chinese medicine for generations. It is said to increase libido in men and women, and improves erectile function in men. The active ingredient in horny goat weed is icariin which works as a muscle relaxer. Although researches are unsure how this herb works, the plant has long been employed to restore sexual fire, boost erectile function, alleviate menopausal discomfort and allay fatigue.

How to prepare herbal loose leaf tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the mixed herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the mixed herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.

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Hawthorn

Family: Rosaceae
Origin: Western Asia and Europe

Hawthorne is renowned for use in most cardiac and circulatory disorders. It is well known to improve coronary artery blood flow and improve blood flow to the extremities. Many of the active constituents found in Hawthorn exhibit potent antioxidant properties. Hawthorn is also helpful for high blood pressure, hypertension and angina. CAUTION With serious conditions such as angina, heart failure and high blood pressure, it is wise to seek medical advice when mixing medication and herbs. Please seek advise from your doctor or herbalist.

How to prepare herbal loose leaf tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the mixed herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the mixed herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.

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Dandelion

Family: Cupressaceaae
Origin: North America

Dandelion can be used to assist skin conditions such as acne and eczema, as well as itchy or scaly rashes. With its high content of potassium, calcium, magnesium and zinc to name a few, dandelion stimulates appetite, and the flow of bile and works as a diuretic. Dandelion is beneficial for liver and gallbladder disorders and digestive complaints. It can also be used in managing weight problems and distributing cholesterol.

How to prepare herbal loose leaf tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the mixed herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the mixed herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.

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Green

Camellia Sinensis
Origin: China

The Chinese have known about the medicinal benefits of green tea since ancient times, using it to treat everything from headaches to depression. The secret of green tea lies in the fact it is rich in catechin polyphenols, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG is a powerful anti-oxidant: Researchers recently concluded that a compound in green tea inhibits the growth of cancer cells. There is also research indicating that drinking green tea lowers total cholesterol levels, as well as improving the ratio of good (HDL) cholesterol to bad (LDL) cholesterol. Also studies have shown that regular green tea drinkers may have a lower chance of heart disease and can assist in weight loss.

How to prepare herbal loose leaf tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the mixed herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the mixed herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.

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Ginseng

Family: Araliaceae
Origin: China and Korea

Ginseng has many uses including its ability to help people deal with physical and/or emotional stress. It can improve your mental performance and help to lift depression and fight off infections. It has also been known to improve your vitality and sex drive for both women and men. It has also been shown in studies to regulate the immune system and can assist in the prevention of colds and flue. In case studies it has also been effective in lowering sugar content in the blood and lowering cholesterol levels. CAUTION Ginseng should not be taken by pregnant or breastfeeding women. Also ginseng should not be taken when you have an acute infection such as a cold (although it is used to prevent colds).

How to prepare herbal loose leaf tea.

• Fill one tea infuser full of the mixed herbs.
• Pour one cup of boiling water over the mixed herbs.
• Cover the cup to ensure all the volatile oils & aromas in the herbs do not escape.
• Allow the blend to infuse for 3-5 minutes, then sip.

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