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Drink Herbal Infusion EverydayA herbal infusion is not just a cup of your favourite tea, but a natural method of administering herbs as an easily assimilated herbal medicine. Dried organic herbs are best used as the drying process breaks down the plants cellulose wall and enables to constituents to be easily released. Herbal infusions also offer a very important part of menopausal change for women, providing protein, special fats needed, phytoestrogens and minerals. If you don't eat raw herbs and plants so much, it is another refreshing and nourishing way to get important vitamins, minerals etc. Another plus for herbal infusions is that unlike common teas they do not contain tannin which is present in tea and coffee. Tannin inhibits the absorption of iron and when taken in larger quantities it can have a negative effect of the digestion of protein all which can produce low energy levels and indigestion. Like Herbal Infused Oils it is very easy to make. Depending on the requirements a general guide would be 15-30m of dried organicherb per 1000mls (1 litre) of water (preferably distilled). The infusion time can vary from 15 minutes to 24hrs. A general guide for you
Here are some my infusions listed for you and links lower down of more organic choices of infusions... Oatstraw Herbal Infusion - Avena sativa High in vitamins A, C, B complex, B6, E and K Minerals such as Silicon, Calcium, Iron, Potassium and Phosphorus. Actions of oatstraw: Cardiotonic, Anti-depressive and thymoleptic Very good for the nervous system, The high levels of Silica are great for the skin, hair, connective tissue, muscle tone and function. Use as a tonic for the health and small intestine to help absorbtion, helps greatly in the aid for convalescence after injury or illness. Nourishs the liver, pancreas and mellows your mood. Also known for increasing your libido (yes!) and considered a longevity tonic. Not recommended for gluten intolerance. Dosage: 1-3 cups per days, if growing pick before seed matures. parts used: stalks, straw and the grain (oats)
Comfrey & Lobelia Infusion
Comfrey along with chamomile & Mullein is great for the coughs and congestion. Comfrey increases your white blood count which help to fight infection, good for bronchial aiments, sprains, arthritis, severe burns, acne. Comfrey contains special proteins which helpful for short-term memory. Lobelia relaxes the alveoli the tiny air sacs in your lungs, which helps with coughing and wheezing. Bring 3 cups of water to the boil, add 2 teapsons of comfrey leaves, simmer for 10 mintues, then add 2 teaspoons of lobelia and peppermint. Cover the pot and let it steep for 5 minutes. This tonic will build up your resistance and strenghten your lungs.
Dosage: 1 cup every other day Parts used: leaves only Comfrey is also known as "knitbone" ie woman with thin bones might want to use this.
Cleavers Herbal Infusion (also called bidibids in NZ) Cleavers is for the lymphatic system, acne, tonsilitis and gives a goodcleanse. Fresh cleavers can be used in this tea, chop roughly, cover in a bowl of cold waterand stand overnight, strain and drink Dosage: 1-2 cups a day Stinging Nettle Infusion - Urtica dioica Excellent source of daily vitamins and minerals such as A, B2, B9, C, D, E and K. Minerals have quite a high amount of Calcium, Potassium Salts, Silic Acid and Iron.also Manganese and Copper. For flexible bones,healthy heart, As an anit-haemorrhagic for blood nose,stomach haemorrhage, Stimulates lactation. Strengthens the adrenals.It's alterative properites are used for kidney excretion of metabolic waste,useful for gout, rheumatoid arthritis as osteoarthritis. Dosage: 1-3 cups per day Parts used: Aerial parts Red Clover Infusion - Trifolium pratense Is another great beneficial herbal infusion, easy to find, grows most places,(actually morepurple in color) Make sure you pick the set of leaves that closely collar the flower.Dry them out flat, careful not to touch too much. A very well known and successful anti-cancer herb, improves memory, very high inphytoestrogens,used to promote fertility. Mullein Leaf - Verbascum thapsus Very tall plants, you quite often see them on the side of the road, they have 4ft approx tall spikes with yellow flowers. Rich in Iron, Aluminium,Calcium, Cobalt, Manganese, Magnesium, Niacin, Phosophorous, and Silicon. Used to treat coughs, croup, asthma.
After you try these you will get your own favourite, they are a great way to get a mineral fix. If you find your taste buds find them a little bitter, add some organic honey or Stevia. Enjoy!
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