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Immune Booster
Echinacea, Red Clover, Nettles, Peppermint, Mullein, Yarrow & Rose Hips

Love
Damiana, Raspberry Leaves, Chamomile, Jasmine, Rose Hips, Cinnamon & Rose Petals

Meditation
Chamomile, Rose Hips & Elderflower

Migraine
Chamomile, Skullcap, Peppermint & Pennyroyal

Psychic Healing
Elderflower, Nettle, Burdock, Mullein & Rose Hips

Stomach Soother
Chamomile, Lemon Nalm, Lemon Verbena, Cramp Bark, Spearmint, Angelica ,Catnip & Yarrow

Stress Relief
Vervain, Linden, Chamomile, Rosemary, Dandelion & Jasmine

Throat Ease
Sage, Rosemary, Lemon rind, Echinacea & Juniper Berry

Tranquility
Elderflower, Rose hips, Chamomile, Hops & Valerian

Women's Special Blend
Red Raspberry Leaf, Dandelion, Sarsaparilla, Cinnamon,Rose Hips & Peppermint

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Relaxing Spirit Tea

1 cup dried rosemary
1 cup dried lavender flowers 1 cup dried sprearmint leaves
1/2 cup dried chamomile
1/4-1/2 cup dried cloves

Blend all herbs thoroughly.
One tsp herbs makes 1 cup tea.
Steep about 5 minutes.

For a special treat: Place a handful of this mixture in a muslin bag and add to bath for a soothing treat.

Author Unknown

http://witchesofthecraft.com/category/brews-and-teas/

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Solitary Witch ~ Olphina Mio

Tea has been used as medicine for centuries. Now modern science is discovering what people in China and throughout the world have long known: tea is good for you. While green and black tea are very healthy, white tea is the least processed tea and has the highest antioxidant levels. It may be the supreme Drink of Health.

White Tea Antioxidants

Antioxidants are nutrients that protect the body from damage by free radicals. Free radicals are nasty things that go around wreaking havoc on your body, damaging DNA and accelerating aging. Antioxidants scoop them up and neutralize them. White tea is loaded with these protective nutrients.

Cancer Prevention

White tea may have profound power against cancer-causing cells and against many different types of cancer, such as colon, prostate, and stomach cancers. Flavonoids, a class of antioxidants, inhibit the growth of cancer cells and prevent the development of new ones. In some cases, white tea has been found to work as well as prescription drugs, but without the side effects.

Lower Blood Pressure

Studies show that white tea can thin the blood and improve artery function. It helps lower high blood pressure and maintain a healthy one. By promoting strong and healthy blood vessels, white tea guards against the ravages of stroke.

Lower Cholesterol

Catechins, another group of antioxidants, have been found to reduce cholesterol, and white tea is teeming with them. Cholesterol is a special type of fat and is necessary for health. There is good cholesterol and bad cholesterol, and white tea increases the good while decreasing the bad. This helps prevent hardening of the arteries and blockage of blood flow.

Heart Protection

By thinning the blood, lowering blood pressure, and reducing cholesterol, white tea protects the heart and the entire circulatory system. Researchers have also discovered that people who drink 2 or more cups of tea a day are almost 50% less likely to die after suffering a heart attack. White tea is truly a remarkable heart tonic.

Stronger Bones

Studies have found that people who drank tea regularly had greater bone density and strength than non-drinkers. White tea may also have beneficial effects for sufferers of arthritis and osteoporosis.

Antibacterial & Antiviral

White tea is a natural killer of bacteria and viruses. The antioxidants so abundant in white tea tone the entire immune system, providing protection against a variety of invaders and a wide range of diseases. Its helps guard against the common cold and flu, and can ease the symptoms of HIV.

Healthy Teeth and Gums

White tea contains small amounts of fluoride and other nutrients which keeps the teeth strong and healthy. It also kills the bacteria which causes plaque, tooth decay, and bad breath.

Healthy Skin

Free radicals from staying out in the sun too long, stress, and a poor diet can damage the skin and cause it to prematurely age. By scavenging these free radicals, white tea protects the skin and helps to reverse some of the damage. Drinking white tea promotes healthy and radiant skin.

Other Health Benefits

White tea has many other benefits to offer. It may reduce blood sugar and help prevent and alleviate the symptoms of diabetes. It reduces stress and increases energy.

White tea may or may not aid in weight-loss. Studies suggest tea may increase metabolism and encourage the body to burn more fat, but a balanced diet and regular exercise are more likely to produce results. Still, adding white tea to your weight-loss plan can't hurt.

Review Of Health Benefits

By now you can see that white tea has a great range of effects on the body and a tremendous number of benefits to your health. Its supreme power is in preventing disease and disorder.

White tea protects against cancer, heart disease, and stroke, the leading causes of death in the industrial world, as well as numerous other conditions. It eases the symptoms of illness and promotes recovery. White tea strengthens the circulatory and immune systems as well as bones and teeth, and builds healthy skin.

It is a superb tonic and one of Nature's great gifts. I encourage you to add it to your life.

*Best White Tea Tips:

Buy High-Quality Loose-Leaf White Tea

The best white teas come in loose-leaf form. They have far superior quality and flavor than bagged tea, which usually comes from dust at the bottom of the tea bin.

Brew 3-5 Minutes In Very Hot Water

Like green tea, white tea is best brewed with pure water that is very hot, but not boiling. For stronger flavor, steep for a few minutes longer. Use 2 teaspoons of loose-leaf tea per cup.

Drink 2-4 Cups Of White Tea Daily

Studies show that 2-4 cups of white tea a day yield greater health benefits than only one cup. To stretch your tea supply and your money, simply re-steep the leaves once or twice to extract all the nutrients.

When reusing tea leaves, brew for several minutes longer than the first steeping.

Create Your Own Daily Tea Ritual

Set aside a few minutes every day for your own Tea Ritual. Spend a few quiet moments just relaxing and enjoying your tea. Breathe deeply and easily, sit back in a comfortable chair, play some relaxing music, do whatever works for you. Not only are you getting health benefits from the tea, but also from the stress relief. It's one of the favorite parts of our day and a great way to enjoy white tea.

Give The Gift Of White Tea

White tea makes a great gift for tea lovers. It has a light, refreshing taste, and the Silver Needle varieties are strikingly beautiful. It's also the Gift of Health. You'll feel good knowing you're enriching someone else's life. Plus, a small bag of loose-leaf white tea can last for weeks.

Try New Varieties Of White Tea

It's good to try new things. The world of tea offers a vast range of choices. If possible, try the higher grade white teas, like the Silver Needle. Try a new tea or new variety every month, or every 2 or 3 months. Set aside a certain amount per month for "Tea Exploration".

With each new tea, you'll know a little more about the world and about yourself. Good Tea is a journey for a lifetime. Explore. Experiment. Be Bold.

*Where to Buy White Tea:

Here are a few tips to help you choose the best white tea:

Buy High-Quality Loose-Leaf Teas

The best tea is loose-leaf tea. This is true tea, as it was meant to be, as it has been for hundreds and thousands of years.

Buy From A Reputable Seller

Check their customer ratings, their selection of teas, and the content and quality of their web site. Do they have an email address or form? Are their shipping and return policies clear? Do they have a privacy policy?

Check For Origin

A good tea seller should be able to tell you where the tea came from, such as China's Fujian province, the heartland of white tea.

Try A Sample Pack

Don't know which tea to choose? New to white tea? A sample pack can be a great introduction to the world of white teas, giving you several different varieties to try at a low price.

For high-quality, loose-leaf white tea, I recommend: Adagio Tea

Here's to your health! Enjoy!

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Witch of the Olde World Book of Herbs
by Lady Abigail
Teas;
Teas are made in the same way as infusions except not near as strong. Depending on the choice of the herbs you wish to use.
1. Use 1 teaspoon of herb or herb mix per cup of tea.
2. Pour hot water over the herb and cover allowing it to steep for 3 minutes.
3. Sweeten to taste with honey or sugar and enjoy.
I have found that teas used in magical work and spells are best partaken of about 10 minutes before the work begins.

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Medical Medium

Hibiscus tea is made from deep red calyxes of the hibiscus flower that is rich in anthocyanins, fruit acids, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and bioflavonoids. Hibiscus tea is excellent for boosting the immune system and fighting off infections. Traditionally, hibiscus tea was regarded by the egyptian pharaohs to be royalty’s most important beverage as it was known to improve health and vitality. The antioxidants found in hibiscus tea are often compared to those in red wine and have been noted for their positive effects on cardiac health including lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels. These antioxidants also contain powerful anti-cancer properties which have the ability to protect cells and keep them healthy and free from damage. Hibiscus tea is also known to be beneficial for weight loss, depression, sleep disorders, hypertension, and mood swings. Hibiscus tea also is known to help lower blood pressure, prevent bladder infections, and relieve constipation. Hibiscus has been used for centuries to support liver function and aid in liver disorders such as fatty liver syndrome and jaundice. Hibiscus tea can be consumed either hold or cold. Try adding some raw honey for a delicious and powerful immune strengthening drink.