Enhancing Feminine Health: Herbal Remedies and Tea Rituals
The Art of Tea-Making: A Nourishing Ritual
Experience the gentle alchemy of transforming dried herbs into a soothing elixir with the art of tea-making. Begin by intuitively selecting your herbs from your collection, allowing your instincts to guide your choices. For a single serving of tea, a tablespoon of each herb is ample, ensuring a balanced infusion of flavors and benefits.
Next, bring water to a rolling boil in a pot or kettle, using cooking water for the purest taste. As the water reaches its boiling point, prepare a tea filter or infuser with your chosen herbs. Remember, for a single serving, you need not exceed a tablespoon of each herb, allowing for a harmonious blend of flavors without overpowering the brew.
Once the water had boiled, carefully pour it over the herbs in your tea filter or infuser. Cover the pot or cup and let the herbs steep for approximately ten minutes, allowing the water to extract their healing properties fully. During this time, embrace the meditative quality of waiting, knowing that each passing moment deepens the infusion’s potency.
After the steeping period, remove the tea filter or infuser, allowing any excess liquid to drip back into the pot or cup. If desired, sweeten your tea with a spoonful of honey for a touch of natural sweetness. However, refrain from adding sugar, as it may detract from the tea’s healing properties.
Finally, take a moment to honor the sacredness of your tea-making ritual. With each sip, feel the warmth and nourishment infusing your body, mind, and spirit. Allow the healing energy of the herbs to envelop you, restoring balance and vitality to every aspect of your being.
Remember, herbalists recommend following the “3×3 rule” for medicinal use: three cans for three days, three cups for three weeks, or three cups every three hours, however 3×3 – as intuition guides. This ensures you receive the full benefits of the herbal infusion while honoring your body’s unique needs.
Holistic Herb Overview for Women’s Health
Ashoka Tree (Saraca asoca)
Hormonal balance support | Menstrual health promotion | Uterine tonic
Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis)
Hormonal balance support | Reproductive health promotion | Anti-inflammatory properties
Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Stress reduction | Digestive support | Anti-inflammatory effects
Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa)
Menopausal symptom relief | Hormonal balance support | Anti-inflammatory properties
Blessed Thistle (Cnicus benedictus)
Digestive support | Galactagogue properties | Anti-inflammatory effects
Chaste Tree (Vitex agnus-castus)
Hormonal balance support | Menstrual cycle regulation | PMS symptom relief
Chaste Tree Berries (Vitex agnus-castus)
Hormonal balance support | Menstrual cycle regulation | PMS symptom relief
Common Mallow (Malva sylvestris)
Anti-inflammatory effects | Digestive support | Respiratory health promotion
Crane’s-bill (Geranium maculatum)
Menstrual health promotion | Digestive support | Wound healing properties
Daisy flowers (Bellis perennis)
Anti-inflammatory effects | Wound healing properties | Respiratory health promotion
Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis)
Hormonal balance support | Menstrual health promotion | Blood circulation improvement
Elderflower (Sambucus nigra)
Immune system support | Respiratory health promotion | Anti-inflammatory effects
Goldenrod Herb (Solidago virgaurea)
Anti-inflammatory effects | Urinary tract health promotion | Allergy relief
Ground Ivy (Glechoma hederacea)
Respiratory health promotion | Digestive support | Anti-inflammatory effects
Lady’s Mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris)
Menstrual health promotion | Digestive support | Anti-inflammatory effects
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
Stress reduction | Sleep promotion | Anti-inflammatory properties
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)
Stress reduction | Digestive support | Sleep promotion
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora)
Digestive support | Stress reduction | Anti-inflammatory effects
Lodh Tree (Symplocos racemosa)
Uterine health promotion | Hormonal balance support | Menstrual health promotion
Maca Root (Lepidium meyenii)
Hormonal balance support | Energy promotion | Libido enhancement
Malabar Nut (Justicia adhatoda)
Respiratory health promotion | Anti-inflammatory effects | Digestive support
Marigold flowers (Calendula officinalis)
Wound healing properties | Skin health promotion | Anti-inflammatory effects
Orange Blossoms (Citrus sinensis)
Mood enhancement | Relaxation promotion | Sleep improvement
Raspberry Leaves (Rubus idaeus)
Uterine health support | Menstrual cramp reduction | Hormonal balance
Red Clover (Trifolium pratense)
Hormonal balance support | Menopausal symptom relief | Antioxidant properties
Sanicle (Sanicula europaea)
Immune system support | Hormonal balance support | Menstrual discomfort alleviation
Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)
Reproductive health promotion | Hormonal balance support | Menopausal symptom relief
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum)
Depression relief | Mood improvement | Anxiety reduction
Verbena Herb (Verbena officinalis)
Nervous system calming | Digestive support | Menstrual cramp relief
Violet (Viola odorata)
Skin health promotion | Anti-inflammatory effects | Wound healing properties
Vitex (Vitex agnus-castus)
Hormonal balance support | Menstrual cycle regulation | PMS symptom relief
Wild yams (Dioscorea villosa)
Hormonal balance support | Menstrual discomfort alleviation | Menopausal symptom relief
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
Menstrual health promotion | Heavy bleeding reduction | Menstrual cramp relief
Holistic Herbal Tea Blends for Women’s Health
Woman’s Tea
- Equalize the mucous membranes.
- Ingredients:
- Blessed Thistle
- Lady’s Mantle
- Daisy flowers
- Ground Ivy
- Common Mallow
- Marigold flowers
- Sanicle
- Yarrow flowers
- Violet leaves
- Instructions: Infuse 2 teaspoons of the herbal mixture with 200ml boiling water, steep for 8-10 minutes, and drink about a liter daily.
Nest Cleansing Tea
- Ingredients:
- Nettle Leaves
- Goldenrod Herb
- Ground Ivy Herb
- Lady’s Mantle Herb
- Yarrow Flowers
- Violet Herb
- Crane’s-bill Herb
- Benefits:
- Nettle: Detoxifying and diuretic.
- Goldenrod: Healing and strengthening for the kidneys.
- Ground Ivy: Cleanses the skin, particularly the mucous membranes, and acts against pus.
- Lady’s Mantle: The most important herb for women overall, with incredible healing powers.
- Yarrow: Acts as an antibiotic, relieves menstrual cramps, reduces bleeding, and acts like a progestin (for luteal phase defect).
- Violet Herb: Positively and regularly affects the entire metabolism.
- Instructions: Prepare as an infusion with 2-3 teaspoons of the herbal mixture per cup of boiling water. Steep for 10-15 minutes, and drink two to three cups per day.
Holistic Herbal Tea Blends for Women’s Health
First Half of the Menstrual Cycle Tea
- To balance the menstrual cycle for at least three months.
- Ingredients:
- Verbena Herb
- Lady’s Mantle Herb
- Elderflower
- Basil
- Raspberry Leaves
- Lemon Verbena
- Instructions: Infuse 2-3 teaspoons of the mixture with boiling water. Steep for 10-15 minutes. Drink two to three cups per day.
Second Half of the Menstrual Cycle Tea
- To balance the menstrual cycle for at least three months.
- Ingredients:
- Chaste Tree Berries
- Yarrow
- Lady’s Mantle Herb
- Lemon Balm
- Lavender
- Nettle Leaves
- Orange Blossoms
- Instructions: Prepare as an infusion with 2-3 teaspoons of the herbal mixture per cup of boiling water. Steep for 10-15 minutes. Drink two to three cups per day.
Disclaimer
While herbal remedies offer holistic support for your health, they are not a substitute for professional medical care. Honor your body’s needs by consulting with a qualified healthcare provider for any medical concerns. Your well-being is paramount, and seeking professional guidance ensures you receive the care and support you deserve.
