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BENEFITS OF HERBAL TEAS
Here are some of the health benefits of herbal teas !
| Chamomile |
- soothes digestive disorders
- offers moderate sedative and calming effects
- relieves symptoms of cold and flu, especially aches and pains
- soothes irritated, sunburned skin or sore muscles when added to bath
- excellent hair rinse for blondes
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| Ginger |
- relieves symptoms of cold, flu, and coughs
- helps relieve indigestion, cramps, nausea
- increases circulation, warms and increases energy
- cleanses colon, fights colitis and diverticulitis
- eases symptoms of hangover and general debility
- helps relive arthritis
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| Hibiscus |
- replaces electrolytes and quenches thirst
- eases symptoms of colds, flu, coughs
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| Lemongrass |
- relaxes stomach muscles to relieve cramps and flatulence
- reduces fever, with a cooling effect on the body
- gentle herb for facial steams and baths
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| Liquorice |
- relieves coughs, sore throats, congestion
- soothes digestive tract. Supports adrenal function
- strengthens an balances female reproductive system
- advised not to take if you have high blood pressure
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| Peppermint |
- relieves flatulence, cramps, nausea, heartburn
- helps ward off initial symptoms of cold and flu
- eases headaches
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| Nettle |
- purifies, nourishes, and builds blood
- builds adrenal and kidney function
- strengthens pregnant women and increases milk supply for nursing mothers
- helps moderate allergy response
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| Sage |
- calms and strengthens nerves, soothes nervous headaches
- cleanses the liver and stimulates digestion
- eases colds and flu, especially lung congestion
- use as a gargle for sore throat, apply to relieve mouth ulcers or sore gums
- dries milk production in weaning mothers, avoid if still nursing
- can trigger epileptic attacks due to thujone content
- can relieve pms and menstrual symptoms in women
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| Fennel |
- stimulates appetite, relieves upset stomach, flatulence, colic
- expels mucus, soothes cough, throat and lungs
- boil in barley water to stimulate lactation in nursing mothers
- best to bruise seeds with mortar and pestle before infusing
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| Rooibos |
- naturally caffeine free
- soothes symptoms of colic in babies
- cleanses blood and kidneys
- soothing to skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and acne
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