Loose leaf tea has been used for thousands of years by many cultures for a variety of reasons. Enjoying a cup of tea at the end of a hard day has been the ritual for many. Sitting down with some Chamomile, Peppermint or Lemon Myrtle herbal tea, can ease a stressful day. The following are some of the most popular loose leaf teas used today.

HORNY GOAT Horny goat weed has been used in Chinese medicine for generations. It is said to increase libido in men and women, and improves erectile function in men. Although researches are unsure how this herb works, the plant has long been employed to restore sexual fire, boost erectile function, alleviate menopausal discomfort and allay fatigue.

GINSENG Ginseng has many uses including its ability to help people deal with physical and/or emotional stress. It can improve your mental performance and help to lift depression and fight off infections. It has also been known to improve your vitality and sex drive for both women and men. It has also been shown in studies to regulate the immune system and can assist in the prevention of colds and flues. In case studies it has also been effective in lowering sugar content in the blood and lowering cholesterol levels. CAUTION Ginseng should not be taken by pregnant or breastfeeding women. Also ginseng should not be taken when you have an acute infection such as a cold.(although it is used to prevent colds).

LEMON BALM As well as being the sweetest tasting herb Lemon Balm is also a great herb to alleviate stress. It is particularly good for indigestion where anxiety and tension play a part. As well as stimulating circulation making it a good herb to calm tension it can also be used for problems such as ibd and stomach ulcers.

BEARBERRY Bearberry also known as uva ursi is an effective herb against infections of the bladder, urethra and kidney. It is used to not only kill infective organisms, but also soothes inflammation and strengthens the tissue in these areas. Bearberry is also used to relieve the pain of urinary tract infections such as pyelitis, cystitis and urethritis.

HAWTHORN Hawthorn herbal loose leaf tea is renowned for its use in most cardiac and circulatory disorders. It is well known to improve coronary artery blood flow and improve blood flow too the extremities. Many of the active constituents found in Hawthorn exhibit potent antioxidant properties. Hawthorn is also useful for high blood pressure, hypertension and angina. CAUTION With serious conditions such as angina, heart failure and high blood pressure, it is wise to seek medical advice when mixing medication and herbs. Please seek advise from your doctor or herbalist or both.

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With the mixtue of not sleeping enough, not eating healthy, eating too much fast food with copius amounts of preservatives, depletes our bodies of vitamins and minerals we depend on to live a healthy life. Loose leaf tea can have a positive and healthy effect on us by replenishing and cleansing our bodies. As well as providing us with a stimulating or soothing tonic that we need. The following herbs are some of the most beneficial loose leaf herbal tea used today.

MYRTLE Myrtle has many uses including easing flatulence and promoting the flow of mucus from the bronchi and nasal passages, helping to get rid of colds and chest complaints. The oil in myrtle also is anti-inflammatory making it ideal herbal option for easing rheumatic and arthritic pain.

ROSEMARY Rosemary has many beneficial medicinal qualities. It is used for many ailments including flatulence, muscle pain, digestive problems, rheumatism, and gastrointestinal upsets. It also is used to stimulate liver function and is a fantastic treatment to prevent hair loss and premature baldness. CAUTION because of its stimulating nature Rosemary is not recommended for people with high blood pressure.

BEDSTRAW Bedstraw is renowned for its use for kidney disorders, thyroid gland complaints and for the lymphatic system. Bedstraw can also be used externally for skin complaints such as psoriasis, arthritis and eczema.

MYRTLE Myrtle has many uses including easing flatulence and promoting the flow of mucus from the bronchi and nasal passages, helping to get rid of colds and chest complaints. The oil in myrtle also is anti-inflammatory making it ideal herbal option for easing rheumatic and arthritic pain.

OAT STRAW Oat straw is an effective remedy for gastrointestinal inflammations, exhaustion and fevers. It is also effective for problems effecting your bladder, ureters and kidneys. It can also be used for herpes infections, liver ailments, kidney problems shingles and lumbago.

BIRCH Birch is renowned for its use for rheumatism, cystitis, gout, arthritic pain and as a reliable solvent of stones in the kidneys. Birch can also be used externally for promoting hair growth and for skin complaints such as acne and eczema.

OAT STRAW Oat straw is an effective remedy for gastrointestinal inflammations, exhaustion and fevers. It is also effective for problems effecting your bladder, ureters and kidneys. It can also be used for herpes infections, liver ailments, kidney problems shingles and lumbago.

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With many benefits such as enhancing your vitality and boosting your immune system. Loose leaf herbal tea can also be helpful with ailments such as depression, anxiety, stress, IBD and headaches. These are some herbs that are beneficial to good health.

STINGING NETTLE Nettle has been used widely because of its high content of iron sodium, magnesium, calcium and potassium. As well as being a fantastic blood cleanser used to treat many blood disorders, nettle herbal tea is a tasty and aromatic drink.

THYME Because of Thymes antiseptic qualities, this herb has been used for all kinds of infections whether it be bacterial, fungal or viral. The most popular use of Thyme is as a tea or a mouthwash for treating ailments such as asthma, bronchitis, whooping cough and pneumonia.

LADY'S MANTLE Lady's mantle herbal tea is a useful herb for strengthening the uterus in women who are likely to miscarry. It is also beneficial to control heavy menstrual bleeding. As a herbal tea it is a tonic to the womb and associated tissues so that problems with painful periods and the changes that come with menopause are eased.

HOREHOUND Horehound herbal tea can be used to treat many ailments. Used externally horehound can be used to manage a range of skin conditions. Internally taken horehound soothes a cough and is beneficial for bronchial problems. Horehound also promotes sweating, which in turn can be helpful to reduce fever. As well as stimulating the flow and secretion of bile from the gallbladder, thereby aiding digestion.

PEPPERMINT The leaves and stem of the peppermint herb have a high oil content and is the part of the plant used medicinally. Peppermint is used for many ailments including heart burn, nausea, motion sickness, cold or influenza, tension headaches and flatulence. Peppermint helps the flow of digestive juices, and can also be used to aid bowel problems such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.

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