Benefits of Herbal Teas

Herbal Tea Benefits –

“Good Health Comes from the Farm, Not the Pharmacy”

Chamomile

• May help complications from diabetes.
• Calm an upset stomach
• Menstrual cramps
• Help with Sleep
• Migraine headaches
• Helps allergies & rashes
• Boost Immunity

Chapparal

• Acts as a natural antibiotic
• Fights free radicals in the body, making it a strong antioxidant and powerful anti-tumor agent.
• Cleanses the lymph system and kidneys
• Works as a natural pain killer
• Reduces inflammation of the intestinal and respiratory tracts.
• Contains molybdenum, selenium, sulfur and zinc

Comfrey

• Eases symptoms of colitis
• Stimulates new cell growth, which promotes more rapid healing
• Decreases inflammation
• Promotes healthy skin and strong bones
• Lowers blood sugar
• Can be used as a compress for wounds and broken bones
• Contains calcium, phosphorus, potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin B12.

Ginger Tea

• Digestive aid
• Curb nausea, vomiting or upset stomach
• Helps IBS
• Protect against Alzheimer’s
• Stimulates appetite
• Relieves tired muscles
• Helps manage glucose levels
• Reduces Arthritic inflammation
• Improves circulation

Gotu Kola

• Cleanses the blood
• Increases circulation in the brain, easing anxiety and improving memory
• Balances hormones
• Increases energy

Motherwort

• Strengthens the heart
• Eases symptoms of stress and anxiety
• Lowers High Blood Pressure
• Helps with hyperthyroidism
• Eases symptoms of menopause and PMS
• Note: Avoid with pregnancy

Mugwort

• Strengthens the liver and gallbladder
• Fights bad breath
• Eases nervousness and insomnia
• Calms motion sickness
• Has antiseptic qualities and is capable of expelling worms or other parasites
• Effective as an antidote for many poisonous mushrooms
• Useful for indigestion and constipation
• Stimulates the uterus, easing menstrual cramps
• Note: Should be avoided during pregnancy

Peppermint

• Reduces gas and bloating after a meal
• Aids in healthy digestion
• Increases oxygen supply to the blood
• Contains trace minerals and omega 3s

Red Clover

• Purifies the blood
• Calms the nerves
• Helps remove uric acid buildup
• Acts as a natural mood enhancer
• High vitamin and mineral content (including calcium, chromium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, thiamine, molybdenum and vitamin C)
• Note: Do not use for leukemia

References:

Duke, Dr. James A. (1998) The Green Pharmacy
Ritchason, Jack, N.D. (1995) The Little Herb Encyclopedia
Michael Tierra (1998) The Way of Herbs