Benefits of Herb Teas: For your Health’s Sake
Keeping up your fluids even in cool weather is important. Herb Teas are an excellent addition to daily fluid intake because they are high in antioxidants, assist electrolyte balancing (to maintain energy levels) and provide non-caffeine hydration.
Perhaps you have herbs or edible plants in your garden or local area that can be used?
Skyezone currently provides 5 herbal teas but here are some basic steps to help you harness the goodness of your own herbs.
How to prepare your Herbal Tea
Herbs are stronger when dried but can also be used freshly picked.
Ratio: Use 1 teaspoon of dried herb -or- 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs.
Using a pot / large cup, steep the herbs in quite hot water (not boiling) and for 5-10 mins.
Add according to your taste if desired: ginger, honey, cider vinegar, cordial… etc.
Tips: A pot with dried herbs can be topped up with water and reused 1-2 times, before refreshing the herbs. Try a small piece of ginger to add zing and extra nutrients!
Drying Herbs
It’s best to let herbs dry slowly (away from direct sunlight) in paper bags, hung in a warm airy place.
A food dehydrator or low oven temperature can also be used. Place the herbs on backing sheets loosely spread about 2cm deep. Once dried place in sealed glass jars and label for storage.
Common Herbs Suitable For Tea
These can be mixed to provide a balance of flavour and range of medicinal properties.
Winter: Basil (all types), Bay leaf, Calendula petal, Catnip, Celery leaf, Fennel, Lavender, Lemon Balm, Lemon Myrtle, Mint, Nettle, Parsley, Sage, Yarrow etc.,
Summer: Chamomile, Ginkgo, Lemon verbena, Lemongrass, Mulberry… plus those above.
Skyezone Herb Selections include:
Everyday Herb Tea—Immune booster
Tummy Soother—Digestive support
Sleep With Me—Calming / Relax
Gingko Biloba—Circulation/ Memory Booster
Black Mulberry—Antioxidant/antimicrobial
Drink Up!
Try one or two large glasses of herb tea a day and enjoy the positive benefits for your mind and body. Get picking, growing, and sipping for your health’s sake.
