Lavender (Lavandula officinalis)

Lavender (Lavandula officinalis) has long been admired for its calming influence. According to Japanese research, even the fragrance of lavender reduces stress. It is therefore effective for easing low mood, anxiety, and tension headaches. Lavender offers additional benefits. It soothes spasms, supports digestion, reduces bloating, and improves bile flow. It is also considered helpful for certain forms of asthma. Lavender has antiseptic and antibacterial properties, and in topical use it calms minor skin infections, treats insect bites, and soothes burns. It features in many therapeutic baths, especially those designed to relieve circulation problems and rheumatic pain, and it can also...

Flax (Linum usitatissimum)

A gentle and dependable aid for chronic constipation, flax also supports the management of atherosclerosis and helps lower cholesterol. Thanks to its wealth of beneficial nutrients, enjoying a small serving of flax each day is a wise habit.

Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus)

A fragrant infusion of blackberry leaves can ease mild diarrhea, encourage expectoration, and is recommended for colds and influenza. Blackberry may also be helpful in managing diabetes.

Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica)

You do not need to sting yourself with nettles to ease rheumatism. Drinking the tea is sufficient. Nettle is also effective for an enlarged prostate, high blood pressure, arthritis and iron deficiency.

Chamomile (Matricaria recutita or Chamomilla recutita)

A gentle tea, well tolerated even by infants, effectively relieves cramps. Used externally, it accelerates wound healing, treats skin conditions, and eases hay fever rash.

Sage (Salvia officinalis)

An excellent herbal remedy for coughs that combats viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Sage also helps reduce excessive perspiration. It supports healthy digestion, so it is a useful addition to rich, fatty dishes.

English oak bark (Quercus robur)

Rinsing with oak bark tea soothes inflamed and chapped skin, chilblains, weeping eczema, acne and blemishes. It may help those with rheumatism and is also suitable as a gargle.

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