Herbal Tea

Herbal tea has been imbibed nearly as long as written history extends. Also known as a tisane or herbal infusion, an herbal tea is simply the combination of boiling water and dried fruit, flower or herb. Documents have been recovered dating back to as early as Ancient Egypt that discuss the enjoyment and uses of herbal tea. Adagio Teas continues to sell the finest loose herbal tea you'll find, all caffeine-free and delicious!.

Benefits of Herbal Teas

Firstly, it is important to note that there is a huge array of herbal teas available on the market – each one designed to have a specific therapeutic or medicinal benefit.


However, there are some general benefits that can be obtained from herbal teas, and these include:

• achieving a more calm and relaxed state of mind.
  
• supporting heart health.
  
• aiding with stomach and digestive problems.
  
• providing cleansing properties for the body.
  
• promoting energy and wellness.
  
• nourishing the nervous system.
  
• strengthening the immune system.
  
• providing antioxidants to the body.
  
• boosting energy levels and invigorating the body.
  
• relieving stress.
  
• helping to avoid colds.
  
• stimulating the internal organs.
  
• promoting a good night’s sleep.
  
• it is caffeine free and tastes great.

Common Herbal Tea Ingredients

There are many different herbs that can be found in an herbal tea, each with a different use.  Some common ones include:

• Allspice – helps to soothe the common cold and relieves upset stomachs.
  
• Anise seed – aids digestion and freshens the breath.  It can also soothe a cough and improve bronchitis.
  
• Chamomile – is renowned for its calming properties and is also said to be anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic.
  
• Chrysanthemum – is sweet-tasting and is able to reduce body heat resulting from fever.  It also helps protect against liver damage and neutralises toxins.
  
• Cinnamon – is calming and helps to support healthy circulation and digestion.
  
• Ginseng – stimulates vitality and helps the body stay healthy.
  
• Ginger root – is excellent for improving circulation, and is one of the best herbs for improving digestion, nausea, lung congestion, and arthritis.
  
• Hawthorne – strengthens the heart and increases blood flow.
  
• Lemongrass – is frequently used due to its calming properties.
  
• Parsley – is a diuretic and helps with kidney function.
• Pau d'arco - has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity against a wide variety of organisms including bacteria, fungi, yeasts (including Candida albicans), viruses (including herpes simplex types I and II, influenza virus, poliovirus and retroviruses) and parasites.
  
• Peppermint – is good for stress relief.  It also helps with stomachs and digestive issues and helps to freshen the breath.
• Red Clover - use as a medicine for menopausal symptoms, cancer, mastitis, joint disorders, asthma, bronchitis, psoriasis and eczema. It is not recommended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women.
  
• Rose hips – are a natural source of vitamin C and bioflavonoids.  They are a liver, kidney, and blood tonic, and are a good remedy for fatigue, colds, and cough.
• Sarsaparilla – promotes energy and healthy skin.
  
• Slippery elm – helps to relieve stomach cramps and other gastrointestinal problems.

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