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Sunday, March 21, 2010

Lavender Tea 薰衣草


Lavender Tea 薰衣草


Lavender Tea Health BenefitsLavender products like oil, candles and incense have been mostly seen in the market, but now herbal tea has also been added in the product chain of lavender, especially for its health benefits. There are many other health benefit aspects of lavender plant like tannins, flavonoids, courmarines, camphor oil and geranion. Following are some lavender tea benefits for health.
  • Lavender herbal tea has proved to be very beneficial for people suffering from nervous system disorder that includes depression, stress and anxiety.
  • People who suffer from insomnia disorder are relieved to a great extent by drinking herbal lavender tea.
  • This herbal tea is also good for people having stomach related problems like gastric problems, upset stomach and colic.
  • The calming effect of lavender tea also provides relief to people having stomach infections or bowel infections.
  • The tea also has gynecological benefits as well, it can also be used during the difficult times of menstrual cycles.
  • It can work wonders to alleviate migraine pain.
  • It also helps in fighting with the issues related to the respiratory system like cough, cold and asthma and can be applied directly on the skin.
  • Even fever, accompanied with cold and cough can be cured by using lavender tea. It stimulates the body to sweat and helps in reducing the temperature.
  • Lavender tea also has a topical use for healing wounds, cuts, sores and ulcers.
  • It is also used for combating dental cavities, infections and halitosis in the form of mouthwash.
So, these were some of the lavender tea benefits that make this herbal plant so special and popular. Lavender has also become a popular ingredient of recipes like lavender lemonade, tea, bread and cookies. The preparation of lavender tea is very simple. Take a handful of dried lavender flowers and add them to boiling water. Let the mixture boil for eight to ten minutes and after that strain and relish the amazing taste of lavender tea. It can also be relished by adding it to black tea or other herbs like mint. So, are you ready to enjoy the lavender tea benefits along with its lovely taste and aroma?

Lavender Tea helps relieve stress, reduces fatigue, detoxify kidney, headache, calm nerves and emotions. Lavender Tea also has calming effects that helps insomnia. Lavender Tea can be mixed with other teas such as Jasmine, Rosemary to add a distinctive aroma and taste. Lavender Tea is not recommended to consume over 5 gm (0.1763 oz) daily. Add Stevia to taste.