How to Make Medicinal Teas

It has been said that it takes 7 lifetimes to become an herbalist. Not sure if this is true or not but a fun way to get started learning about herbs is by consuming herbal teas. There is a variety to choose from and you do not even need to go to a specialty store to find them. My wife and I are always able to find Peppermint, Chamomile and Echinacea teas at our local grocery store. We have found sitting on our porch after a long day with a relaxing cup of herbal tea to be one of the best parts of our day. In today's note I would like to share with you how to make medicinal teas.

My wife and I woke up this morning and decided to make some Nettle tea to sip as we conversed on our front porch. In the evening we generally drink some Chamomile tea to help wind us down before bed.

In order to receive medicinal benefit from an herbal tea we have found that it is best to pour boiling water over our chosen tea bag, cover and then let sit for 15 minutes. This is a great way to get started experiencing the many benefits of herbal teas. Peppermint for instance is good for soothing stomach pain. Chamomile is beneficial for helping you to rest. Echinacea is a wonderful herbal antibiotic. Chamomile tea is also a wonderful herbal remedy for pink eye!

Now making herbal teas is great but in my next note I will share with you how to make nourishing herbal infusions.

 Sister Abigail Hester