Soothing Teas- there is nothing like a soothing cup of tea at day's beginning or day's end or even in the middle of the afternoon. Pour in boiling water and steep tea in a china or porcelain teapot for 5 minutes. Teas have many benefits to your health and well being, including:
Hyssop – Hyssopus Officianalus - soothing, expectorant, and cough suppressant properties. The plant also includes the chemicals thujone and phenol, which give it antiseptic properties, it is not recommended for children under 12.
Lemon Balm – Melissa Officinalis – benefits to your gastrointestinal tract, nervous system, liver, and bile
Mint – Mentha Piperata – soothes or treats symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, indigestion, irritable bowel, and bloating, aroma enhances memory and alertness
Mullein – Verbascum or velvet leaf plant – for treatment of respiratory tract, skin, veins, gastrointestinal tract
Savoury Herbal – indigestion, irritable bowel, digestive tract health – contains oregano, marjoram, thyme, borage and hyssop
Stinging Nettle – Urtica Dioica - treatment of disorders of the kidneys and urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, locomotor system, skin, cardio-vascular system, hemorrhage, flu, rheumatism and gout, arthritis and joint pain
St. John's Wort – Hypericum Perforatum – calms the nerves, anti-depressant properties, anti- inflamatory, eases muscle pain, not recommended for children under 12.
Hyssop – Hyssopus Officianalus - soothing, expectorant, and cough suppressant properties. The plant also includes the chemicals thujone and phenol, which give it antiseptic properties, it is not recommended for children under 12.
Lemon Balm – Melissa Officinalis – benefits to your gastrointestinal tract, nervous system, liver, and bile
Mint – Mentha Piperata – soothes or treats symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, indigestion, irritable bowel, and bloating, aroma enhances memory and alertness
Mullein – Verbascum or velvet leaf plant – for treatment of respiratory tract, skin, veins, gastrointestinal tract
Savoury Herbal – indigestion, irritable bowel, digestive tract health – contains oregano, marjoram, thyme, borage and hyssop
Stinging Nettle – Urtica Dioica - treatment of disorders of the kidneys and urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, locomotor system, skin, cardio-vascular system, hemorrhage, flu, rheumatism and gout, arthritis and joint pain
St. John's Wort – Hypericum Perforatum – calms the nerves, anti-depressant properties, anti- inflamatory, eases muscle pain, not recommended for children under 12.
Benefits of Herbal Oils
Lavender – Lavandula - soothe insect bites, burns, and headaches.Bunches of lavender repel insects. In pillows, lavender seeds and flowers aid sleep and relaxation. An infusion of flowerheads added to a cup of boiling water is used to soothe and relax at bedtime. Lavender Oil is used to treat acne when diluted 1:10 with water, rosewater, or witch hazel; it also treats skin burns and inflammatory conditions.
A study published in 2010 investigated anxiolytic effects and influence on sleep quality. Lavender oil showed meaningful efficacy in alleviating anxiety and related sleep disturbances. A survey paper on lavender and the nervous system published in 2013 states that, "there is growing evidence suggesting that lavender oil may be an effective medicament in treatment of several neurological disorders. Lavender may be very effective with wounds; however, lavender honey (created from bees feeding on lavender plants), instead of lavender essential oil has the best effects of uninfected wounds.
Oregano – Origanum Vulgare – in a culinary sense oregano is most famously used in Italian cuisine – pizza, spaghetti, etc but it is also used in salads, vinaigrettes, mixed with oils and used on lamb and fish. Medicinally the effects of oregano have not been researched or substantiated scientifically but there is a lot of anecdotal evidence that it has antiseptic and anitviral effects. Taking a spoonful of oil on a daily basis seems to improve the ability to stave off flu and cold viruses. It also has been reported to help with oral health.
St. John's Wort – Hypericum Perforatum - topical remedy in the form of infused or essential oil is used for wounds, abrasions, burns, and muscle pain. The positive effects that have been observed are generally attributed to hyperforin due to its possible antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. For this reason hyperforin may be useful in the treatment of infected wounds and inflammatory skin diseases. In response to hyperforin's incorporation into a new bath oil, a study to assess potential skin irritation was conducted which found good skin tolerance of St John's wort. It has also been reported to be effective relief for ear-aches, but putting a ball of cotton batten soaked in the oil in the ear overnight.
Lavender – Lavandula - soothe insect bites, burns, and headaches.Bunches of lavender repel insects. In pillows, lavender seeds and flowers aid sleep and relaxation. An infusion of flowerheads added to a cup of boiling water is used to soothe and relax at bedtime. Lavender Oil is used to treat acne when diluted 1:10 with water, rosewater, or witch hazel; it also treats skin burns and inflammatory conditions.
A study published in 2010 investigated anxiolytic effects and influence on sleep quality. Lavender oil showed meaningful efficacy in alleviating anxiety and related sleep disturbances. A survey paper on lavender and the nervous system published in 2013 states that, "there is growing evidence suggesting that lavender oil may be an effective medicament in treatment of several neurological disorders. Lavender may be very effective with wounds; however, lavender honey (created from bees feeding on lavender plants), instead of lavender essential oil has the best effects of uninfected wounds.
Oregano – Origanum Vulgare – in a culinary sense oregano is most famously used in Italian cuisine – pizza, spaghetti, etc but it is also used in salads, vinaigrettes, mixed with oils and used on lamb and fish. Medicinally the effects of oregano have not been researched or substantiated scientifically but there is a lot of anecdotal evidence that it has antiseptic and anitviral effects. Taking a spoonful of oil on a daily basis seems to improve the ability to stave off flu and cold viruses. It also has been reported to help with oral health.
St. John's Wort – Hypericum Perforatum - topical remedy in the form of infused or essential oil is used for wounds, abrasions, burns, and muscle pain. The positive effects that have been observed are generally attributed to hyperforin due to its possible antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. For this reason hyperforin may be useful in the treatment of infected wounds and inflammatory skin diseases. In response to hyperforin's incorporation into a new bath oil, a study to assess potential skin irritation was conducted which found good skin tolerance of St John's wort. It has also been reported to be effective relief for ear-aches, but putting a ball of cotton batten soaked in the oil in the ear overnight.