herbal tea Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Sat, 14 Nov 2020 10:28:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Feel Great With These Warming Herbal Teas https://thedancingcucumber.com/feel-great-with-these-warming-herbal-teas/ Mon, 16 Nov 2020 10:32:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=6664 Herbal teas are a delightfully healthy way to get warm this winter. Try your hand at brewing different kinds of herbal tea, and see which ones you like most. Here are 5 top herbal teas, and the healthy effects you can expect if you drink them. Ginger Ginger tea is a spicy, warming brew that […]

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]]> Herbal teas are a delightfully healthy way to get warm this winter. Try your hand at brewing different kinds of herbal tea, and see which ones you like most.

Here are 5 top herbal teas, and the healthy effects you can expect if you drink them.

Ginger

Ginger tea is a spicy, warming brew that can alleviate digestive trouble, reduce feelings of nausea and get your gut working properly. It is also said to have healing properties such as helping skin conditions.

Lavender

This floral tea will have you calm and relaxed in no time. The soothing aroma and soft taste reduce stress, alleviate anxiety and help you to feel mindful and grounded.

Chamomile

This tea also alleviate the symptoms of stress and anxiety. Your body will relax, your muscles loosen and you will feel yourself noticeably happier.

Lemon

Lemon tea is an effective way to unblock congested sinuses and clear your airways. This makes it an ideal drink in the winter months, when many people have colds.

Peppermint

Peppermint is especially useful as it relaxes, freshens and energizes you all at once. A draft in the morning will wake you up, at lunch will energize you, and in the evening will help you relax.

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]]> These Herbal Infusions Will Help You Relax https://thedancingcucumber.com/these-herbal-infusions-will-help-you-relax/ Fri, 04 Sep 2020 16:17:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=4631 It isn’t always easy to relax after a stressful day of work or before going to sleep. Fortunately, there are plenty of herbal infusions and teas that can help you to calm down in a flash. Keep these infusions in your kitchen cabinet if you want to be sure to always have a stress reliever on […]

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]]> It isn’t always easy to relax after a stressful day of work or before going to sleep. Fortunately, there are plenty of herbal infusions and teas that can help you to calm down in a flash. Keep these infusions in your kitchen cabinet if you want to be sure to always have a stress reliever on hand.

Chamomile

Chamomile tea is often lauded for its stomach calming and anti-nausea properties, but did you know that it also has relaxing properties? This tea works equally well as a bed-time sleep inducer and as a mental relaxer.

Lavender

Lavender isn’t just a beautiful flower! Tea made with the buds of these flowers have been shown to induce both sleepiness and relaxation. What’s even better is that this drink is great for any time of the year, as it can be enjoyed both iced and hot.

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H E R B A L I N F U S I O N S Herbal infusions are one of my favourite ways to take my herbs. I enjoy the ritual of making a herbal tea and taking 5 minutes out of my day to focus on the task at hand.

Infusions are the process of steeping/soaking herbs in hot or cold water until the water absorbs all the flavours, phytochemicals and water soluble constituents and then consuming the liquid either for the medicinal value or taste. The amount of time you steep your herbs depends on the potency you desire and can be anywhere between 5 minutes to 1 hour.

Herbal infusions are usually made with the delicate parts of plants – leaves, flowers and non-woody stems. They are a great option for those who choose not to consume herbal tinctures due to their alcohol content.

🌼 A go-to calming infusion of mine includes: Chamomile Lemon Balm Lavender It nourishes the nervous system and is great after dinner to support digestion. 

✨What’s your favourite herbal infusion?

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Valerian

The valerian plant is gaining more and more popularity as an herbal sleep aid and relaxation aid, and one of the most popular ways to take it is as an infusion. As both an anti-anxiety and drowsiness aid, the infusion from this plant is a miracle worker.

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]]> Herbal Infusions to Drink Before Bedtime https://thedancingcucumber.com/herbal-infusions-to-drink-before-bedtime/ Sat, 30 May 2020 06:00:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=3962 Many of us have has ussies with going to sleep, and these problems have only been exacerbated by the current societal situation, which has seen daytime activity reduced and the amount of time using computer screens rise. If you are having trouble going to sleep at night, the good thing is that there are plenty […]

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]]> Many of us have has ussies with going to sleep, and these problems have only been exacerbated by the current societal situation, which has seen daytime activity reduced and the amount of time using computer screens rise.

If you are having trouble going to sleep at night, the good thing is that there are plenty of herbal teas that can help you feel sleepy. Here are some that you should try before bed if you’re finding it difficult to fall asleep.

Chamomile

Chamomile has long been lauded for its ability to cause drowsiness, making it a great choice before going to bed. An antioxidant called apigenin is found in this herb, and has sleep-inducing properties.

Lavender Tea

While it might be difficult to find an infusion or tea consisting mostly of lavender, there are plenty of options that incorporate this sleep-inducing flower. Just be sure that the variety that you buy doesn’t contain more than a tiny bit of caffeine, or it might not work.

Valerian Root

Valeria is a common flower native to Europe and Asia, and its root has long been used as a natural sleep aid. Plenty of herbal tea mixes contain this root, and draw rave reviews for its ability to induce drowsiness.

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Continuing the sleep theme here is a little valerian plant. This shows the roots which is the part of the plant that we harvest. These are either dried out for making teas or cold infusions later on or soaked in alcohol or glycerine to make a tincture which is a stronger herbal remedy. If you are growing it you can also make a fresh infusion. Valerian is sometimes described as nature’s valium. It is categorised as a tranquilliser and contains valepotriates which have a depressant effect on our nervous systems. It’s a good one to try if other sedatives haven’t helped you to sleep. It is also a mild pain reliever so can be helpful if your sleeplessness if linked to pain. In last nights session we tried the cold macerate. This is made by soaking 25g of the root in 600ml water overnight (for about 8 hours). You can then drink 1 cup of this 3 times a day for anxiety or have it before bed for insomnia. It can also be used as a compress by applying a flannel/cloth soaked in the cold macerate to muscle cramps. The tincture can be used in more serious cases of nervous tension or insomnia but best to see a medical herbalist if you want to do this. It’s also not recommended to take valerian if you are suffering with depression or low mood as it can exacerbate this and always check with your GP/medical herbalist if you want to take herbs alongside other medication to be safe. 🌿😴

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> herbal tea Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Sat, 14 Nov 2020 10:28:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Feel Great With These Warming Herbal Teas https://thedancingcucumber.com/feel-great-with-these-warming-herbal-teas/ Mon, 16 Nov 2020 10:32:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=6664 Herbal teas are a delightfully healthy way to get warm this winter. Try your hand at brewing different kinds of herbal tea, and see which ones you like most. Here are 5 top herbal teas, and the healthy effects you can expect if you drink them. Ginger Ginger tea is a spicy, warming brew that […]

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]]> Herbal teas are a delightfully healthy way to get warm this winter. Try your hand at brewing different kinds of herbal tea, and see which ones you like most.

Here are 5 top herbal teas, and the healthy effects you can expect if you drink them.

Ginger

Ginger tea is a spicy, warming brew that can alleviate digestive trouble, reduce feelings of nausea and get your gut working properly. It is also said to have healing properties such as helping skin conditions.

Lavender

This floral tea will have you calm and relaxed in no time. The soothing aroma and soft taste reduce stress, alleviate anxiety and help you to feel mindful and grounded.

Chamomile

This tea also alleviate the symptoms of stress and anxiety. Your body will relax, your muscles loosen and you will feel yourself noticeably happier.

Lemon

Lemon tea is an effective way to unblock congested sinuses and clear your airways. This makes it an ideal drink in the winter months, when many people have colds.

Peppermint

Peppermint is especially useful as it relaxes, freshens and energizes you all at once. A draft in the morning will wake you up, at lunch will energize you, and in the evening will help you relax.

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]]> These Herbal Infusions Will Help You Relax https://thedancingcucumber.com/these-herbal-infusions-will-help-you-relax/ Fri, 04 Sep 2020 16:17:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=4631 It isn’t always easy to relax after a stressful day of work or before going to sleep. Fortunately, there are plenty of herbal infusions and teas that can help you to calm down in a flash. Keep these infusions in your kitchen cabinet if you want to be sure to always have a stress reliever on […]

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]]> It isn’t always easy to relax after a stressful day of work or before going to sleep. Fortunately, there are plenty of herbal infusions and teas that can help you to calm down in a flash. Keep these infusions in your kitchen cabinet if you want to be sure to always have a stress reliever on hand.

Chamomile

Chamomile tea is often lauded for its stomach calming and anti-nausea properties, but did you know that it also has relaxing properties? This tea works equally well as a bed-time sleep inducer and as a mental relaxer.

Lavender

Lavender isn’t just a beautiful flower! Tea made with the buds of these flowers have been shown to induce both sleepiness and relaxation. What’s even better is that this drink is great for any time of the year, as it can be enjoyed both iced and hot.

View this post on Instagram

H E R B A L I N F U S I O N S Herbal infusions are one of my favourite ways to take my herbs. I enjoy the ritual of making a herbal tea and taking 5 minutes out of my day to focus on the task at hand.

Infusions are the process of steeping/soaking herbs in hot or cold water until the water absorbs all the flavours, phytochemicals and water soluble constituents and then consuming the liquid either for the medicinal value or taste. The amount of time you steep your herbs depends on the potency you desire and can be anywhere between 5 minutes to 1 hour.

Herbal infusions are usually made with the delicate parts of plants – leaves, flowers and non-woody stems. They are a great option for those who choose not to consume herbal tinctures due to their alcohol content.

🌼 A go-to calming infusion of mine includes: Chamomile Lemon Balm Lavender It nourishes the nervous system and is great after dinner to support digestion. 

✨What’s your favourite herbal infusion?

A post shared by Sheree ⚘ Naturopathic Essence (@naturopathic.essence) on

Valerian

The valerian plant is gaining more and more popularity as an herbal sleep aid and relaxation aid, and one of the most popular ways to take it is as an infusion. As both an anti-anxiety and drowsiness aid, the infusion from this plant is a miracle worker.

The post These Herbal Infusions Will Help You Relax appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

]]> Herbal Infusions to Drink Before Bedtime https://thedancingcucumber.com/herbal-infusions-to-drink-before-bedtime/ Sat, 30 May 2020 06:00:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=3962 Many of us have has ussies with going to sleep, and these problems have only been exacerbated by the current societal situation, which has seen daytime activity reduced and the amount of time using computer screens rise. If you are having trouble going to sleep at night, the good thing is that there are plenty […]

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]]> Many of us have has ussies with going to sleep, and these problems have only been exacerbated by the current societal situation, which has seen daytime activity reduced and the amount of time using computer screens rise.

If you are having trouble going to sleep at night, the good thing is that there are plenty of herbal teas that can help you feel sleepy. Here are some that you should try before bed if you’re finding it difficult to fall asleep.

Chamomile

Chamomile has long been lauded for its ability to cause drowsiness, making it a great choice before going to bed. An antioxidant called apigenin is found in this herb, and has sleep-inducing properties.

Lavender Tea

While it might be difficult to find an infusion or tea consisting mostly of lavender, there are plenty of options that incorporate this sleep-inducing flower. Just be sure that the variety that you buy doesn’t contain more than a tiny bit of caffeine, or it might not work.

Valerian Root

Valeria is a common flower native to Europe and Asia, and its root has long been used as a natural sleep aid. Plenty of herbal tea mixes contain this root, and draw rave reviews for its ability to induce drowsiness.

View this post on Instagram

Continuing the sleep theme here is a little valerian plant. This shows the roots which is the part of the plant that we harvest. These are either dried out for making teas or cold infusions later on or soaked in alcohol or glycerine to make a tincture which is a stronger herbal remedy. If you are growing it you can also make a fresh infusion. Valerian is sometimes described as nature’s valium. It is categorised as a tranquilliser and contains valepotriates which have a depressant effect on our nervous systems. It’s a good one to try if other sedatives haven’t helped you to sleep. It is also a mild pain reliever so can be helpful if your sleeplessness if linked to pain. In last nights session we tried the cold macerate. This is made by soaking 25g of the root in 600ml water overnight (for about 8 hours). You can then drink 1 cup of this 3 times a day for anxiety or have it before bed for insomnia. It can also be used as a compress by applying a flannel/cloth soaked in the cold macerate to muscle cramps. The tincture can be used in more serious cases of nervous tension or insomnia but best to see a medical herbalist if you want to do this. It’s also not recommended to take valerian if you are suffering with depression or low mood as it can exacerbate this and always check with your GP/medical herbalist if you want to take herbs alongside other medication to be safe. 🌿😴

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