Medicinal Guide

We all have moments when our bodies need something to boost our immune systems, or assist us in maintaining better health. Nature has provided herbs and spices that can be found blended in many of our teas. To better cater to your specific health needs, we now have a line of medicinals that can be added to any tea or made alone. Our medicinals are all organic, ensuring you receive all the benefits Nature intended.


Ginko

Ginkgo is a living fossil dating back to almost 270 million years ago. Indigenous to China, ginkgo can be used medicinally to improve blood flow to vital organs and tissues, and is an antioxidant—protecting cells from free radicals.

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Stevia Leaf

This plant belongs to the same family as the chrysanthemum blossom. Stevia leaf has been used for centuries as a natural sweetener and is safe for people with diabetes. Stevia leaf has anti-fungi and anti-bacterial properties and can calm flu symptoms.

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Hibiscus

Medicinally, Hibiscus can be used to prevent constipation, bladder infections, nausea, skin irritations and high blood pressure.

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Lemongrass

This lemon scented tall grass from Guatemala has been known to act as an affective antioxidant, and has anti-fungus properties. It can also be a great natural sweetener.

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Rose Hips

An excellent source of vitamin C, Rosehip also contains vitamins A, D, and E, and also has many antioxidants. Rosehip can be used to treat and prevent bladder infections, dizziness, and headaches.

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Red Raspberry Leaf

Red raspberry leaf tea is very beneficial for pregnant women. Red raspberry leaf contains potassium and calcium which are vital to the developing fetus; it also benefits the mother by strengthening the uterus. It has also been known to reduce menstrual cramps, and contains the vitamins A, C, and B-complex. Red raspberry leaves have great health benefits for men too. Used to strengthen both the kidneys and liver, it can be used as a detoxifier.

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Licorice Root

Licorice is a good source of magnesium, silicon, and thiamin. Licorice has been used for centuries for the following medical uses: arthritis, asthma, bladder infections, constipation, depression, fatigue, fevers, intestinal inflammation, kidney problems, liver problems, sore throats, spasms, and even ulcers.

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Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne Pepper contains chemicals that relieve pain and itching by temporarily disabling your sensory nerves. This pepper can also be used as a treatment for the pulmonary and digestive systems.

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Ginger Root

This root can be steeped with any tea to boost the level of antioxidants, stimulate digestion, boosts circulation, respiration, and nervous system functions, and settle even the worst stomach aches and nausea.

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Honeybush

With a sweet, pleasant taste similar to honey, this naturally decaffeinated substance can cure constipation and can be used as a mild depressant.

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Lavender

Lavender is great for calming headaches and encouraging relaxation.

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Cloves

Cloves are very good in reducing intestinal gas as well as nausea. Cloves are a powerful antiseptic and mild anesthetic making them a relief for toothaches and sore gums. A great breath freshener, cloves also are considered an aphrodisiac.

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Cardamom

Cardamom is broadly used to treat infections in the teeth and gums, to prevent and treat throat problems, congestion of the lungs, pulmonary tuberculosis, inflammation of eyelids, and also digestive disorders.

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Nettle

Nettle can be used to treat arthritis, give allergy relief, enrich the blood, and even thicken thinning hair!

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Echinacea

Echinacea is a great antibiotic and can also be used to help toothaches, sore throats, wounds, as well as mumps, smallpox, measles, and the basic cold and flu. It contains vitamins A, C, and E, iron, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids.

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Red Clover

Red Clover is a very effective antioxidant and is also a source of valuable nutrients including calcium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, thiamine, and vitamin C.

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Spearmint

Spearmint is used to cure stomach aches, and commonly used for stopping vomiting during pregnancy. It also has been known to cure mild colds and calm fevers.

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Alfalfa

Alfalfa has eight different amino acids, and also contains calcium, magnesium, potassium, and carotene (useful against both heart disease and cancer). This herb in useful in treating urinary tract infections, kidney stones, arthritis, diabetes, hay fever and acts as a very effective detoxifier.

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