Herbal Teas - Teabags

Echinacea is native to the prairie regions of North America. The Native Americans used this herb as a snakebite remedy and taught the settlers its many uses.

Echinacea has been the subject of much research and has become a staple in the modern-day herbal medicine chest.

Echinacea is commonly combined with Goldenseal or Elderberries in herbal remedies. Today, these are some of the most frequently used herbal combinations.

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Echinacea is native to the prairie regions of North America. The Native Americans used this herb as a snakebite remedy and taught the settlers its many uses.

Echinacea has been the subject of much research and has become a staple in the modern-day herbal medicine chest.

This blend combines the medicinal properties of the two most popular species of Echinacea to create a powerful combination.

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Native to the prairie regions of North America, this herb is also known as “Narrow Leaf Purple Coneflower.” There are 12 main varieties of Echinacea, with angustifolia being one of the two commonly used in medicine.

Echinacea was one of the most important medicinal herbs of the Plains Indians and is very prominent in Europe. Today it approaches the level of a household word.

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The use of Dong Quai, also known as "Tang Kuei" (which means "proper order"), is recorded as early as 400 B.C. and is considered to be the "empress of all herbs." It is highly valued in Chinese medicine as a lady's best, friend helping her to retain her youthful glow. Today, it continues to be one of the most widely used herbs in oriental medicine.

Dong Quai has a pungent flavour similar to celery, and is often used to enhance oriental soups and stews.

It makes a very satisfying tea.

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Roasted Dandelion root is one of the best caffeine-free coffee substitutes on the market today and makes a great morning brew. This medium roast gives a unique, full bodied nutty flavour, which Europeans call ‘dandelion coffee.’ For an extra delicious Sunday morning treat, brew Roasted Dandelion root with some Chicory and Burdock, then sweeten with a touch of Licorice root. Enjoy! Learn More

The use of Dandelion root as an herb was recorded in China in the seventh century. In the eleventh century the Arabs promoted its use. By the sixteenth century, it was well established throughout Europe.

Today, Dandelion root is an important medicinal herb and is also used as a caffeine free coffee substitute. Makes a wonderful tea!

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Dandelion’s first use was recorded in China in the seventh century. In the eleventh century the Arabs promoted its use, and by the sixteenth century it was well established throughout Europe. It was introduced to North America by the early settlers where it now grows wild. Today, Dandelion greens are common in spring salads. The leaves also bear special properties and good flavour as an herbal tea.

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Damiana can be found growing wild throughout the southern United States, South America and the West Indies. It is a small shrub with yellow flowers and long, broad, light green leaves. The flowers have an aromatic scent with a warm, bitter camphor-like taste. Damiana was named 'mizib-coc' (meaning plant of asthma) by the Mayan Indians of Yucatan, but the herb's legendary reputation is noted by the second part of its botanical name ‘aphrodisiaca.’

Today, Damiana is renowned for its effects and holds a special place in Mexican folklore and medicine.

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About Cranberries...
European Settlers who came to Eastern North America coined the name crane-berry because of the resemblance of the flower stamens to the bill of a crane. By the mid 1600's, this name had become Cranberry, first noted in a letter by a Cape Cod missionary in 1647.
Native Americans used Cranberries extensively as medicine, and as a preservative to help keep meats fresh.
Try this tart, fresh tasting tea today, hot or on ice.

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Cornsilk is the "beard" that can be seen on nearly any variety of corn. Corn is known by the botanical name Zea mays but Cornsilk is known by the botanical name Stigmata maydis or "Mother's Hair."
Indian corn was discovered in Central America by Christopher Columbus, where it was cultivated by the Incas (and many other native cultures). He took it back to Spain, where it was frequently known as "TurkeToday, corn is a staple crop in many cultures, but few recognize its herbal benefits.

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A native plant of all temperate and north Arctic regions, Chickweed was said to have naturalized itself wherever the white man has settled. Its popularity with birds probably accounts for its name. Chickweed has egg shaped leaves with small white star-shaped flowers. The flowers open in the morning and remain facing the sun throughout the day. The leaves approach each other at night so that their upper surfaces protect new shoots. Young leaves of the plants are used in salads. When boiled, it can hardly be distinguished from spring spinach. Learn More

Chaste tree berries are also known as vitex or "monk's pepper." Vitex "trees" grow from 3 to 18 feet high and produce dark purple aromatic berries about the size of peppercorns that smell and taste like fresh ground pepper.

The ancient Greeks thought vitex encouraged chastity, so leaves of the plant were strewn on couches associated with Demeter, the goddess of agriculture. As this legend was passed on, monks would carry the leaves in their pockets to assist in their vows of celibacy.

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About Chamomile and this blend...
Chamomile has been in continuous use throughout the world since the time of the Ancient Egyptians. It is widely accepted as a relaxing and tranquil tea.

Lemongrass is a tropical plant that grows throughout Central America and has a mild, cool lemon flavour.

By blending these herbs we have created a soothing, lemony tea that is a great way end to any busy day.

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Chamomile has been in continuous use throughout the world since the time of the ancient Egyptians. The name Chamomile comes from the Greek word for “Ground Apple,” which accurately describes the flower’s aromatic scent of apples.

Long renowned for its unique effects, Chamomile is a widely accepted herb, often used in cosmetics and perfumery.

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