The Benefits of Herbal Tea plus three Herbal Tea Recipes you can make at home for enhanced sleep, brain function and liver support. Easy and adaptable, these herbal tea blends are nutritive and soothing.
Drink your tea slowly and reverently, as if it is the axis on which the world earth revolves- slowly, evenly, without rushing toward the future.~ Nhat Hanh
Let’s have a cup of tea! Did you know that even the process of making tea can calm your nervous system and relax you? The ritual of preparing a cup of herbal tea starts the process of relaxation, over time your body and mind begin to release tension even before you take a sip. It is these small practices that can help keep us grounded. Self-care is always the best place to start in making a difference in the world.
Herbal Tea Benefits
Nutritive herbs can be gentle and yet powerful. They work best woven into your daily regime, working slowly over time to fortify your body with vitamins and essential nutrients that can really make a difference in how you feel mentally, emotionally, and physically. We make no claims for a quick fix or fix of any kind! Though we do invite you into the possibility of enhancing your well-being.
There is a saying among herbalists that when you take an herb for one thing you are bound to get other positive side effects. Herbal tea can give you a boost in ways you did not know you needed.
Herbal tea is medicine for the body, mind, and spirit. The more intention you bring to the whole process the more benefit you will reap. As is true in most areas of our lives!
Why make your own herbal tea recipes?
Buying tea in bulk, loose leaf tea, assures a superior product. Teabags often contain the dust from the broken leaves that have lost flavor and aroma. Many tea packets contain flavor additives that are chemically derived. Making your own herbal tea ensures better quality, fresher taste and higher nutritional value. You can create your own blend, perfectly suited to your taste and needs.
Three Herbal Tea Recipes
brain booster tea
This is a great afternoon tea when you start to feel sluggish or anytime you want a brain boost! Taken with regularity, over time, many herbs in this blend have shown to increase short-term memory as well as overall sharper cognitive function. This harmonious tea blend is lively, fresh and herby.
calm and sleepy tea
A blend of herbs to help take the edge off, relaxing body and mind. This herbal tea aids in sleep but can be taken anytime your nervous system needs soothing. I make a pot of some version of this tea most evenings for my family to wind down from the days activities and get us ready for a peaceful night of rest. It has become a sweet tradition in our household. This herbal tea blend has mellow minty undertones, hints of citrus and just enough floral.
happy liver tea
As the largest organ in our bodies, the liver is the filter for toxins and is also responsible for metabolizing carbs, fat, and proteins. Supporting our liver is becoming more and more important. We do the best we can but with so many environmental influences out of our control, we can use some herbal support. This herbal blend has a comforting toasty deep flavor with a touch of berry brightness. So good with a bit of honey and oat creamer.
Tea Herbs and Their Benefits
- Peppermint– promotes alertness, great for headaches, aids digestive disorders and body aches and pains.
- Tulsi– supports the mood, energizes and stimulates the mind, sharpens awareness, uplifts mood, supports immune function. It is a powerful adaptogen, helping to regulate hormones and deal with stress.
- Gota Kola– balances the brain, heals connective tissue, enhances clarity of thinking, stimulates memory.
- Ginkgo Biloba- increases microcirculation and blood flow, anti-inflammatory.
- Rosemary– improves memory, cognitive function, can decrease pain and inflammation.
- Bacopa or Brahmi- in Auyerveda balances all three doshas, enhances cognitive function, increases mental focusing.
- Lemon balm-restores the nervous system, great for indigestion, acid reflux and irritability. It can bring feelings of ease, happiness, lightness, supports cognitive health.
- Passionflower – takes everything down a notch. Calms mind-chatter and anxiety-driven insomnia. Improves sleep quality.
- Skullcap- helps to settle the mind chatter, eases anxiety, quells nerve irritation, muscle tension, strengthens the nervous system over time.
- Chamomile– calming, good for anxiety, stress, and jitters. Soothes indigestion, boosts immunity, calms the parasympathetic nervous system.
- Oatstraw– anti-depressant, nutritive, replenishes nervous system.
- Spearmint– promotes relaxation, reduces stress, improves digestion.
- Lavender– calming, relieves stress, lifts mood, promotes a state of ease.
- Rose– calming, soothing, relaxing, helps to lift depression.
- Valerian- strongly sedating, relaxing, helps with nervous anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia, relaxes muscle tension.
- Licorice– soothes the digestive tract, helps the body absorb nutrients, anti-inflammatory.
- Dandelion root– strengthens and nourishes the liver, helps to break down food and digest fats, digestive aid.
- Milk Thistle– protects and nourishes the liver, (best to obtained whole seed and then grind for highest nutrient extraction).
- Schisandra – regulates the immune system, protects the liver and other organs, promotes vitality.
- Ginger- increases circulation, promotes digestion, increases the potency of other herbs, anti-inflammatory.
- Cacao Nibs– can lower blood pressure, elevate mood, supports healthy cholesterol levels.
- Chicory Root- high in inulin, helps to cleanse the liver, improves digestion.
- Stevia– (natural green leaf form) 200 times sweeter than sugar! Antioxidant supports healthy cholesterol levels and blood pressure levels.
(We recognize that every body is unique and we all have different needs. We are making no claims here, just gently suggesting exploration with herbal tea. 😊)
Where to source Herbs & jars
- The bulk section of your local upscale grocery store or Co-op
- Mountain Rose Herbs
- Amazon: Chamomile, Gingko Biloba, etc.
- Sealable jars
- Labels
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I hope these herbal tea recipes bring you inspiration and vitality!
PrintHerbal Tea Recipes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 cups per blend 1x
- Category: Herbal Tea, drinks
- Method: mixed
- Cuisine: american
Description
Three Herbal Tea Recipes you can make at home for sleep, brain function and liver support. Easy and adaptable, these herbal tea blends are nutritive and soothing and make great gifts.
Ingredients
Brain Boost
- 1 cup peppermint
- 1/2 cup tulsi
- 1/2 cup gota kola
- 1/2 cup Ginko Biloba
- 1/4 cup dried rosemary
Optional addition: 1/2 cup Brahmi, 1 teaspoon stevia (for sweetness)
Calm and Sleepy
- 1 cup lemon balm
- 1/2 cup passionflower
- 1/2 cup skullcap
- 1/2 cup chamomile
- 1/4 cup spearmint
optional additions: 1/4 cup valerian root, 1 tablespoon lavender, 1 tablespoon rose petals or buds, 1/2 cup oat straw, 1 teaspoon stevia (for sweetness)
Happy Liver
- 1 cup roasted dandelion root
- 1/4 cup roasted chicory root
- 1/4 cup Schisandra berries
- 2 tablespoons ginger chips
- 1 tablespoon licorice root
optional additions: 1/4 cup milk thistle, 1/4 cup cocoa nibs
Instructions
- Mix dried herbs (not powdered) together in a bowl.
- Store in sealed glass jars.
- Bring water to a boil. Use 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon per cup of boiling water.
- Brew covered at least 5 minutes and up to 20. Pour into cups and enjoy!
*The Happy Liver blend simmer 10-15 minutes for maximum nutrient extraction.
Notes
Teas will keep up to 6 months in a sealed container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 0.8 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.6 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Great recipes! I love herbal teas, I am going to use them asap!
Wonderful!
Absolutely love these 3 recipes,thanks for sharing them!
So glad you are enjoying Missy!
Hi there, I am Andri. It is awesome to blend your own Herbal Tea, but I don’t how? How do I blend the herbs and how do I dry it first? Can you please let me know to email me?
Andri
Hi Andri, Great questions! We guide you through the process in the recipe post. Keep scrolling down to see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
thank you for your clear and informative article/post.
For storage of these blends you write “mix dried herbs (not powdered) . . . ”
Can you please clarify why you stipulate “not powdered” as some of the items I can only find in a ground/powdered form in my country.
Thanking you in advance
If that is all you can find then it is fine to use powdered. The reason we don’t recommend is just because powdered herbs don’t stay fresh as long and you’ll need a fine filter to get out all the particles. But that said it is better to have powdered then none! Happy tea making 🙂
This is so inspiring I’m going to open my small home business
And be productive
Good!
So much inspired to start using the recipe. Where do I buy the packed and seeds for planting. I’m in Kenya Bungoma county.
Great to hear Isaac. Im not familiar with your area. Do you have a local nursery?
This is a wonderful site. I love teas, t am often stuck with whatever I find on the store shelves. Sadly I am never confident it’s organic or what ingredients are actually in it.
Then there is the tea I find that I love but then I can’t find it on the shelves when I go back.
Thank you so much.
Totally I hear you on never being quite sure of the quality. Making tea from fresh dried herbs is a world of difference in flavor and health benefits. Let us know what you try!
Appreciated great contribution for human, to remain healthy with the gift by mother Nature. Thanks
Yes! Mother Nature is the best medicine in so many ways!
I love your tea ideas and health explanations! As an integrative health and life coach I’m always looking for resources like this. I am a bit intimidated to attempt this but I’m excited for the challenge. Can’t wait to share your site with the women I work with ! Great work!
Let us know if you give it a try Michele 🙂
Hi! Do you have a tea blend recipe for an upset tummy tea? Or a calming tummy tea. Thank you!
Hi Hannah- I would try our Moroccan Sore throat tea- it has ginger in it which is really soothing for the belly. Cammomile, ginger and peppermint are all really soothing to the belly.
Fabuleux !!! Je les ai faites toutes les trois, Merci beaucoup, car je ne consomme que des tisanes, ne pouvant consommé de thé pour cause d’anémie. Je trouve ces mélanges facile à faire et là on sait ce qu’il y a dedans. De plus ils sont très bons, même pour le foie ! Félicitations ton site est une mine d’or
Glad you enjoyed this!
I can’t wait to try these recipes! A couple of them sound very much like two teas I have been buying frequently at a local shop in the town where I live, though over the last couple of months I’ve begun to suspect that the tea maker there may not be too savvy in tea making basics…so I thought I should just start making my own, so I know it’s quality.
I am surprised and curious as to why Ashwaganda was not added to the list above.. Is it not something you’d recommend for tea?
Hi Desiree, Yes it is so reassuring to make your own so you can control the quality plus it is fun! Ashwaganda is amazing as are so many other herbs. We were just highlighting these 3 types of blends and suggesting herbs specific to sleep, focus and liver health. Maybe we’ll do an adaptogen blend in the future with ashwaganda! Thanks for your question!
I have been looking for the recipe used to mix the ingredients used in Bell Ezee Flow Tea. Do you know?
Thanks,
John
Sorry John, I am not familiar with that blend.
Loved this article! Question– Do you have/know of any sort of chart that organizes the herbs into different flavor profiles with suggestions for mixing etc.?
Not at this time Claire! But see the section in the post of the herbs and their benefits. It’s fun to play around and jsut get creative here…