As we enter the new year, many of us begin working on our resolutions. Some of us focus our resolutions on weight loss and exercise, and others of us may focus on trying to live with less stress or on trying to be a better, kinder person. One simple resolution that we should all be able to keep is to take the time to enjoy a cup of herbal tea each day. The following tea recipes may even help you keep some of your other resolutions, too.
This tea stimulates digestive enzymes to help with sluggish digestion, making this tea helpful for weight loss resolutions.
1 part angelica root 1 part grated ginger root 1 part yellow dock root 1/2 part fennel 1/8 part orange slices 1/10 part cinnamon chips 1/10 part cardamom pods
Add first three ingredients to boiling water, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and add remaining ingredients. Keep covered and steep for 15-20 minutes.
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The nutrients in this tea help nourish the joints, bones, ligaments, and tendons. This is a great blend for those about to begin new exercise routines in the New Year.
2 parts oatstraw 2 parts horsetail 1 part alfalfa leaves 1 part crushed hawthorn berries 1 part red clover blossoms 1 part rose hips 1/4 part orange slices
Combine ingredients and cover with boiling water. Mix well, cover, and steep for 15-20 minutes.
This tea can be served hot or cold and soothes the nerves to help us meet our goals of having more stress-free days.
1 part lemon grass 1 part lemon verbena leaves 1 part oatstraw 1 part red clover blossoms 1/8 part spearmint leaves
Mix ingredients well and cover with boiling water. Cover and steep for 15-20 minutes.
This tea is helpful for mood swings, or when our hormones are getting the best of us. This blend should help us be a little friendlier as we begin the New Year.
2 parts oatstraw 2 parts skullcap leaves 1 part passiflora leaves 1 part St. John’s-wort flowers 1/2 part spearmint leaves 1/10 part lavender flowers
Combine and cover with boiling water. Cover and steep for 15-20 minutes.
This recipe will help soften, soothe, and tone the skin. It helps fight acne and wrinkles. This is the perfect recipe if New Year’s resolutions are to pamper yourself, look younger, or to take better care of your skin.
2 tablespoons of coltsfoot leaves 1 tablespoon of dried fennel leaves
Mix leaves and cover with 1/2 cup boiling water. Cover and steep for 10 minutes. Strain, and reserve the liquid. Add liquid to 1/2 cup yogurt and add a handful of oatmeal to make a paste. Facial can be applied to clean face and left on for 10 minutes, then rinsed with warm water with a dash of lemon juice.
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