Benefits Of Herbal Teas

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 4 billion people, 80 percent of the world population, presently use herbal medicine for some aspect of primary health care - from depression to diabetes, menopause to PMS, indigestion to high cholesterol, anxiety to insomnia, and much more. The botanical kingdom offers an enormous and exciting range of healing powers as well as breathtaking beauty

When looking at how to get rid of heartburn, you may find some "herbal teas" are more advantageous in regards to easing heartburn symptoms, acid reflux and other gastrointestinal disorders, than others. Unfortunately, some teas may aggravate these conditions rather than relieve them, so choose your herbal tea remedy wisely.

So, if you are looking for a way to relieve heartburn symptoms or other problems associated with digestive orders, such as GERD, here are a few herbal teas you may want to consider trying:

Chamomile Tea

Chamomile is a flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to Europe and Asia. The flowers are used medicinally. Other names: Matricaria recutita, German chamomile, true chamomile, Hungarian chamomile.
This is a very popular herbal tea used to treat a variety of health concerns such as indigestion, heartburn, anxiety, PMS, sleep disturbances and easing anxiety. It also helps to relieve the inflamed or irritated mucus membranes of the digestive tract (good for acid reflux sufferers) and helps to promote normal digestion. Used topically, it can also promote the healing of minor skin irritations and scrapes. However, since chamomile is found in the ragweed family, it could cause a reaction to anyone who has allergies to ragweed.

Marshmallow Tea

No, not the big fluffy things you roast over the fire. In this case, it is the root that is used in herbal medicinal products.  The marshmallow is a perennial aromatic herb that is found throughout damp and wet areas of Europe, Africa and western Asia . The Romans and Egyptians of the old days used the marshmallow plant in their food as vegetables. It is now naturalized to the eastern United States and is used for both ornamental and medicinal purposes. Also known by its official name name of althaea officinalis.  When taken internally, such as in a tea, marshmallow is known to ease bladder infections, and coat and soothe the gastrointestinal tract, sore throats, ease respiratory problems and promote healing of the urinary tract. It can also be purchased as a topical formula for use on burns, scrapes and inflammatory skin disorders.

Peppermint Tea

Peppermint tea, also called mint tea, is actually a sort of herbal tea that is made of peppermint and sometimes with several other additives. Peppermint tree is native to Asia and Europe , its contains menthol, menthyl acetate, menthone and several other therapeutic ingredients that make it a great component of many herbal tea recipes. 
The mint leaves are used to brew a delightfully refreshing herbal tea that contains no caffeine. However, there are conflicting reports on whether to use peppermint in any form when suffering from heartburn and/or acid reflux.

In some cases, it is said to ease stomach and digestive problems. The oil within the peppermint helps to stimulate the flow of bile to the stomach and relieve gas pains, calm heartburn, and settle an upset stomach and nausea. On the other hand, studies have also indicated that drinking peppermint, spearmint or other strongly spiced teas actually causes the LES to relax even more, resulting in additional acid reflux. The LES (lower esophageal sphincter) is a one-way valve that separates the esophagus from the stomach and allows food and liquid to enter the stomach. When this sphincter doesn't close properly or is relaxed enough, food, liquid and acid can reflux back up into the esophagus causing heartburn. Since the reports are conflicting on how effective peppermint tea may be in aiding heartburn relief, you may just wish to try it for yourself and see which group you fall into.

Aloe Vera Juice

Although this is not a tea, I've included it in this article as Aloe Vera can be taken in liquid form. The liquid is made from the gel found within the Aloe Vera leaves and works to help soothe the digestive system plus protect against ulcers. In topical form, it is great to use on minor burns, sunburn, cuts, and scalds.

Cleansing Liver Herbal Teas Recharge Your Body

When spring comes it is time for a liver cleanse. This is a good time to rejuvenate the liver for the coming year of work. One good way to cleanse the liver is to use herbal teas. They are easy to use and they provide a powerful punch to reawaken the liver.

Another liver herbal tea is:
Fennel Seed (1 part), Fenugreek (1 part)
Flax Seed (1 part), Licorice Root (1/4 part)
Burdock (1/4 part), Peppermint (1 part).

Here's another herbal combination that is good for detoxifying and cleansing the liver:
Yellow Dock root, Dandelion root, Licorice root
Red sage, Sarsaparilla, Hyssop
Pau de Arco, Milk Thistle Seed, Parsley leaf.

Here's something else you can do for you liver. Buy an extract of Milk Thistle Seed. Then when you make the liver tea's list here, add 2-3 full droppers of the Milk Thistle Seed extract to the tea.

Here are the effects of some of the herbs listed above.

fennel seed - white cell formation, acid/alkaline balancing
peppermint - body cleanser and toner
red clover - blood purifier
licorice - adrenal stimulation
cleavers - anti-infection
dandelion - cleansing and strengthening
oregon grape root - cleansing, building
burdock root - purifying
nettles - rich in minerals
fenugreek - helps to eliminate toxins and mucus
yellow dock root - cleansing, white cell formation
pau de arco - cleansing, white cell formation
milk thistle seed - cleansing, building

You can make these teas yourself or look for a ready made one at a health food store or if you  want to  learn for more about Herbal Teas here some recommented books to read .

Rosemary Gladstar's Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health: 175 Teas, Tonics, Oils, Salves, Tinctures, and Other Natural Remedies for the Entire Family
Rosemary Gladstar's Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health is the author's practical compendium of herbal know-how. Written with her signature warmth, this must-have reference will help readers of every life stage enjoy radiant well-being, every day. Limit stress and anxiety, get adequate rest, boost immunity, improve mental acuity, and embrace life balance — these are elements of Gladstar's prescription for wellness, longevity, and boundless energy. To help achieve these goals, she offers a number of general-wellness recipes, including 7-Herb Long-Life Soup, Long-Life Elixir, and energy-inspiring Zoom Balls.


20,000 Secrets of Tea: The Most Effective Ways to Benefit from Nature's Healing Herbs
An A-Z listing of common ailments followed by the teas best used to treat them
Instructions on how to create your own medicinal kitchen
Advice on creating your own tea blends
Descriptions of the top 100 herbs and their secret healing properties
And much, much more!



The Herbal Home Remedy Book: Simple Recipes for Tinctures, Teas, Salves, Tonics, and Syrups (Herbal Body)
Endorsed by Rosemary Gladstar, renowned herbalist and author of Herbal Healing for Women, this book of "homespun alchemy" bursts with easy recipes for medicinal wines, herbal oils, salves, tonics, syrups, throat drops--you name it. From the guidelines for gathering medicinal plants to instructions for tincture preparation, Joyce Wardwell conveys her love and respect for herbs. She comes from a long line of herbalists: her great-great-grandmother Jane learned the herbal craft from the Ojibway in Minnesota; Jane's mother was condemned for witchcraft and her husband was hung for it during the Salem, Massachusetts, Witch Trials. But there's nothing to fear from the Remedy Book: recipes are made primarily from the 25 most common herbs, and instructions are so clear they're nearly foolproof. The flu, insomnia, colic, menopause, and sore muscles are all covered. Any household with children will find the "herbal home medicine chest" invaluable, with treatments for everyday ailments such as colds and coughs, burns, bug bites, bruises, and strains. The publisher, Storey Publications, is known for its practicality and environmental awareness, and the book is printed on lovely cream-colored recycled paper.



Herbal Teas: 101 Nourishing Blends for Daily Health & Vitality
"Herbal Herbalists Kathleen Brown and Jeanine Pollak present instructions and recipes for concocting herbal teas for good health and spirit. The instructions are simple to follow, and the recipes have catchy names, such as Raging Moods Tea, Heartthrob Cordial, Kiddie Calm, Hormone Helper, and Yummy Tummy-Tamer Tea. "Herbal Teas" is fun and easy to use. The aspiring herbalist will find information about gathering and storing herbs, and a 38-page reference section details the health benefits of 70 herbs. This book is beautifully designed - photographs abound on the inside, and the cover is virtually exciting. Display this 7.5-inch-square book by your cash register, because if customers open it, they will buy it." -- Ultra Books, Oakland, NJ, January/February 2000.





Four recommeded teas that will make you healthy

                         

Dragon Herbs Spring Dragon Longevity Tea Caffeine Free -- 20 Tea Bags
TO PLEASE This healthy tea is extremely pleasing and intensely refreshing. TO ENHANCE This tonic is carefully crafted to enhance your longevity, adaptability, and thrivability! (We're talking about thriving here, not just surviving!) Throughout Asia, Gynostemma teas are consumed as a daily tea by health conscious folks. Gynostemma is known as "Magical Grass" in China. It is commonly used as an adaptability-enhancing anti-aging herb. Gynostemma is an herb with double direction activity. It can be consumed in the morning to help you get started for the day. It can also be drunk at night to help you relax. Spring Dragon Longevity Tea contains no caffeine. With five premier tonic herbs infused into premium grade Gynostemma leaves, this tea yields one of the most broad spectrum health promoting tonic brews in the world.
IngredientsGynostemma (premium grade leaves only) infused with extracts of luo han guo, schizandra, lycium, astragalus, and eleuthero (a.k.a. Siberian ginseng).
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Triple Leaf Teas - Herbal Laxative Tea, 20 bag
Triple Leaf Teas contains herbs that help promote regularity and provide gentle, effective overnight action. These herbs were used to help support digestive system function and to promote the body's normal process of detoxification. Senna is an effective stimulant laxative that promotes bowel movements. Rhubarb root and sickle-pod senna seed were considered milder stimulant laxatives that complement the effects of senna. Ginger was used to lessen discomfort and cramping and to support digestive system function. Licorice root, white mulberry, dandelion and fo-ti were used to help support healthy liver function, promote normal detoxification, build the "chi", or energy, and promote balance. Traditionally, the Chinese considered healthy digestion and elimination important for physical and mental well-being.
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Lily Of The Desert - Aloe Vera Juice

Lily of the Desert Inner Fillet Aloe Vera Juice enhanced with Aloesorb™ has been clinically demonstrated to improve the efficacy and vast health benefits of aloe vera including: increased absorption/bioavialability of vitamins and nutrients, increased immune support, enhanced antioxidant support, and reduction of nitrate levels. Other benefits consumers enjoy in Lily of the Desert aloe vera products include: support of a healthy digestive system, help in restoring and promoting regularity, and help promoting normal muscle and joint functions. Traditional Aloe Vera Juice and Gel (View all items in this category) Directions Drink 2 to 8 ounces per day as a refreshing beverage. Does Not Contain Additional sugar, starch, or water. Consumer Notice This product is a natural product; therefore the color may change slightly due to seasonal variations without effecting purity, efficacy, or quality. Supplement Facts    Price : $2.83 ($0.15 / oz )  Special offers avaiable

Celestial Seasonings Chamomile Herb Tea, Caffeine Free, 40-Count Tea Bags (Pack of 6)
Caffeine free. Pure 100% natural chamomile gives Chamomile Herb Tea the luscious golden tone and delicate flavor that make it a traditional favorite. Chamomile tea has long been cherished as a soothing antidote for life's complications. In centuries past, the people of the English countryside valued no plant in their garden more than this herb, which they treasured as a domestic remedy to comfort the soul. Nourish your spirit and restore you calm as you savor a cup of our Chamomile Herb Tea. 100% Natural. This product contains all-natural herbs and flavors, and no artificial colors or preservatives.

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