Wednesday, February 10, 2010

The Art of Tea




During the winter a great way to stay warm, keep the digestive juices going, and calm the mind is to sip on a cup of herbal tea. Tea has been used for centuries in many countries by different ethnic groups. It is a cultural tradition that brings people together. Taking a quiet moment to be tranquil and still with a cup of tea can work wonders for stress and anxiety. Some good herbal teas for calming the body and mind are:
Chamomile
Peppermint
Hops
Passionflower
Catnip
Scullcap
These herbs can be used as single herbs or combined to be more effective.



Some teas for digestion include:
Peppermint
Chamomile
Ginger
Red Raspberry
Alfalfa
Anise
These herbal teas can be consumed 30 minutes after mealtime to soothe the stomach.

On of my favorite teas to drink anytime of the day is Ginger Latte.
This recipe involves:
1 Pack of Ginger Tea
Almond Milk to taste
Agave to taste.

*Usually I'll boil the water and add the almond milk afterward, however the almond milk can be heated and used as the main liquid base. Enjoy!

Before leaving the house for to join the hustle and bustle of the day, have a cup of tea. After a long day , enjoy a refreshing herbal tea. Make time to be still, set aside space for tranquility and you will make way for peace.