Urbal Tea

Spring is a time of rebirth and life begins again.  I love the smell and color of sunshine on the flowers and plants we see growing.  It is that awesome.  Try my nourishing blend Spring Cleanse and feel the renewal yourself.  Also, please get out and enjoy the spring weather. Then check out this post by Matthew Wood.   https://wholesomehealthinfo.wordpress.com/tag/matthew-wood/

This is a very interesting article that I think all tea drinkers should know.   http://foodbabe.com/2013/08/21/do-you-know-whats-really-in-your-tea/      

Dandelion Leaf (Taraxacum officinale): Dandelion leaf is one of the best natural sources of potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron and vitamins A and C. Dandelion leaf will help you assimilate nutrients from your food benefitting your stomach and intestines greatly. Dandelion effectively tones the liver, kidneys, pancreas and blood and has a gentle laxative action. Gentle and safe for everyday use.Herbal Actions: Diuretic, tonic, laxative and chologogue More sources to check out. http://www.susunweed.com/herbal_ezine/May10/grandmother.htm http://www.blessedherbs.com/resources/dandelion-backyard-herbal-remedy/      

Calendula Flowers (Calendula officinalis): Calendula or also commonly known as pot marigold is excellent for healthy heart maintenance. It’s also beneficial to the digestive system. It helps soothe the inflammation caused by irritation to the stomach lining and bowels. Calendula is also antiviral and long been prized by many herbalists for its ability to cleans and detoxify the body, in particular the liver and gallbladder. Calendula has anti-bacterial properties that assist with fighting off colds as well as assisting with toning the lymphatic system.Herbal Actions: Anti-inflammatory, astringent, vulnerary, cholagogue and anti-fungal More information: http://www.anniesremedy.com/herb_detail145.php http://www.herbwisdom.com/herb-marigold.html