Herbal tea blends for different needs ,each one formulated for different uses - please take the time to read each of these blends descriptions here and then choose what you need.
Ingredients and possible benefits - vitality blend
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Skullcap - Calming sleep aid, relaxes nervous system and relieves anxiety.
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Orange flowers - Soothing, reduces anxiety, helps digestive problems.
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Hypericum - Commonly known for treating depression, anxiety, insomnia.
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Wood betony - Supports nervous system relieving stress and tension from the mind & body.
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Lemon balm - Reduces anxiety, calms the mind, allows clear thinking. Aids digestion.
Ingredients and possible benefits - Special ( favourite Mama's Cottage blend! )
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Mullein - Can help support the body’s respiratory system
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Skullcap - Calming sleep aid, relaxes nervous system and relieves anxiety.
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Damiana - Thought to maintain mental and physical stamina and as an aphrodisiac
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Blue Lotus - Can promote a state of tranquility and balance
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Mugwort - Balances hormones, Improves blood cell generation, regulates sleep.
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Passionflower - Can be used to help anxiety and sleep problems.
Please use this before bedtime as it promotes a vivid and surreal dream like state.
Ingredients and possible benefits - moon cycle blend
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Yarrow - May reduce cramping
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Marigold - Can relax muscles, improves blood flow.
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Lady's mantle - Could ease discomfort
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Vervain - Known to combat mood swings, soothing.
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Raspberry leaf - Source of iron, helps alleviate menstrual cramps.
Blue lotus is also referred to as Blue Egyptian Lotus, Blue Egyptian Water Lily, or Sacred Blue Lily, Overall, they do have similar benefits.
Blue lotus is believed to have a calming effect on the body and the nervous system. This helps to reduce anxiety and provides a calming effect.
Blue lotus tea contains the compounds nuciferine and aporphine. Both of these properties provide antispasmodic effects. These calming effects may also contribute towards a reduction in gastrointestinal issues such as indigestion.
Ingredients and possible benefits - Sweet dreams blend
- Rose petals - Thought to be high in phytonutrients, plant elements with antioxidant values.
- Skullcap - Known to be calming sleep aid, relaxes nervous system and relieves anxiety.
- Spearmint - Can reduce stress, a powerhouse of various nutritional components.
- Jasmine - May encourage the body to relax.
- Mugwort - Thought to balance hormones, improve blood cell generation.
Ingredients and possible benefits - Breathe easy
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Mullein - Can help support the body’s respiratory system
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Marshmallow root - The high mucilaginous content of marshmallow root may make it a useful remedy for treating coughs and colds.
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Ribwort plantain - Traditionally this plant was used to strengthen the respiratory tract. This plant can provide long term respiratory health. This is due to the mucilage content.
Ingredients and possible benefits - Calm Menopause
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Red Clover - has been found to contain estrogen mimicking flavonoids, known as phytoestrogens these substances can contribute to maintaining normal estrogen levels during the menopause. Helping to reduce hot flushes and night sweats.
Black Cohosh - thought to have brain related action such as modulation of serotenergic pathways. It is thought to alleviate symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, anxiety and mood swings, headaches, vaginal dryness and mental fog.
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Licorice Root - only a small sprinkling of this! Know for its antidepressant qualities as it contains 8 different compounds known as MOA ( monoamine oxidase) inhibitors. It is an adaptogen which helps the body to manage the stress hormone cortisol more efficiently.
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Lions Mane - Known for its neuroprotective properties and has also been shown to improve mild cognitive impairment. Estrogen is the master regulator for ensuring the brain works as it should. This mushroom protects both the brain and has anti-inflammatory properties.
