There is something about the ritual of making a cup of tea that transcends space and time. For thousands of years and all over the world, people have been combining leaves and hot water to create simple beverages that are deeply nourishing to both the body and soul. Many cultures have their own traditions surrounding tea making, some viewing it as a sacred art.
The health benefits of tea
Drinking tea has many health benefits beyond just hydration, from the antioxidants, vitamins and minerals found in the leaves of the tea plant, camellia sinensis, to the myriad of medicinal benefits that herbal teas can offer!
Why loose leaf tea?
Loose leaf tea is preferred by many tea connoisseurs for it’s superior freshness, quality and flavor and providing the ability to make your own blends. Compared to tea that comes pre-packaged in individual bags, which often contains tea that has been ground down into a dust, loose leaf tea contains whole or lightly ground leaves, which create a stronger, more consistent flavor. Brewing loose leaf tea also gives the dried leaves more room to expand, allowing a greater concentration of medicinal constituents, as in the blend you see here, as well as many nutrients, including antioxidants, vitamins, minerals to infuse into the hot water.
Lastly, loose leaf tea is a more environmentally friendly alternative because many pre-packaged tea bags contain plastic, either in the material of the bag or in the adhesives used to keep the bag together. In addition to being non-recyclable and non-compostable and polluting the environment, these plastics can begin to break down in the hot water leaking plastic particles into the drink itself.
Herbal teas are made with the fresh or dried leaves, flowers, fruit, seeds or roots of an edible plant. My Herbal blends are all naturally caffeine-free, which makes them a popular choice for those monitoring their caffeine intake.
Herbal teas are a great way to bring natural remedies into someone's life, combined with the act of brewing & then sitting with your cup of Herbal goodness can all bring a sense of calm wellness!
You are likely familiar with the concept of sipping chamomile tea to help you fall asleep at night.
As I always say... "no matter what you say... I make a Tea for that!!"
There are so many healing plants at our fingertips - or in our backyards, that once you start on your healing / wellness path you will appreciate the wild plants & the healing they can bring in a tea cup!
If you are interested in learning more / possibly growing & making your own Herbal tea blends - visit my Herbalism page to see where & when my next Herbal Tea Blending workshop will be!!
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In the meantime... I hope you enjoy Maggie's Healing Path Blends!!
My latest Herbal Tea Blend is one that many of you will find helpful.
It is a blend of healing plants that support your Heart. Herbalism is an intricate system that focuses on healing and support of wellness, taking into account the emotional as well as physical elements of an experience or set of symptoms.
This Tea blend has plants that have effect on the physical heart- how fast & how strongly it beats... some focus on the arteries & things like cholesterol's effects on them, blood pressure, etc...
The other plants in this blend were selected because they help & support our emotional heart ... feelings of sadness, grief & loss are all felt in the energetic heart.
And still more plants in this blend were added to give support through their actions on relaxing our nervous system, because stress & tension of any source can & often does effect our both aspects of our heart - physical & emotional ~
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HEART HEALTH
THE PLANTS
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HAWTHORN -Toning for the heart muscle, and arterial walls. Improves blood flow & is antioxidant
MORINGA LEAF -Also toning for the heart, lowers cholesterol levels & relaxes artery walls, improving circulation
SKULLCAP - Relaxes the nervous system , thus lowering blood pressure by both reducing emotional stress, and easing tension or spasm in the physical arteries.
LEMON BALM - Relaxes the nervous system, reducing emotional stress. Adds a light citrus flavor.
LINDEN FLOWERS -Helps lower blood pressure, is antioxidative, also relaxing for the nervous system .. and adds a lovely floral flavor!
MILKY OAT TOPS- Relax the nervous system, helps induce deep restful sleep. Supports a grounded emotional heart.
ROSE- Heart opening and chakra balancing, lifts feelings of grief & loss, allowing us to feel & express our sadness, which allows us to move past it. Roses add a sweetness to any tea!
HIBISCUS-Saving the best for last here...
Lowers cholesterol levels, reduces plaque buildup, relaxes arteries - lowering blood pressure...
Brings a lightness to our feelings overall
Adds a tart/ berry-like flavor.. SO much in one plant!
If you are already diagnosed with heart disease, high blood pressure or high cholesterol.. and are taking ANY medications, consult with your doctor before adding any healing Herbal teas or tinctures to your routine.
Many plants have similar effects to prescription medications so taking them both without close monitoring would be dangerous!
NEW BLEND
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So Many Tea Blends... So little Time!
Each time I formulate a blend of herbs- I feel much gratitude in the knowing that what I've created may help someone who has come to me, seeking health & wellness ~ balance & happiness.
~Maggie
Enjoy a Cup Today!
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Where you will find all my tea blends, as well as my herbal massage products & Luscious moisturizing products too!
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