Lavenity

Lavender based tea to help you unwind 

Serving Size Per Container: Approximately 12

Serving Size: 1 Tbsp

Allow to steep for 15 minutes or more

Ingredients: Lemongrass, Chamomile, Lavender, Lemon Peel, Ashwagandha, and Peppermint. 

Potential Health Benefits:

• Lemongrass is well known for its digestive properties. It relaxes the gut muscles to relieve cramping and gas. The other potential health benefit of Lemongrass that is not largely mentioned in the fact that it is a mild sedative. It can be used when the system is compromised to ease pain from inflammation and in the Caribbean, its primarily used to reduce a fever. 
• Chamomile is a calming herb; some traditional uses of Chamomile are calming the gut when it comes to acidity, indigestion and gas. Therefore, you can say that Chamomile is a desired herb when dealing with a hernia or irritable bowel syndrome. The interesting quality of Chamomile is that it's also known for being antiallergenic. Congestion and hay fever, asthma, eczema can be managed with Chamomile. When used topically (in conjunction with the other herbs in this blend), it can be aide with bites and stings as well. Side effect: Rest and Relaxation. 
• Lavendar is another relaxing or even cooling herb that is well known for its aroma. Not only is Lavendar an antispasmodic (calming the muscles in the gut, soothes indigestion and can relieve gas) but studies show that it may also be a key component in mental health; relieves symptoms of anxiety and depression almost interchangeably. Lavendar is essential to the nervous system; when it comes to tension and irritability, Lavendar is a sedating herb, aiding with headache relief (migraines) and well as insomnia. This herb is also mentioned to be great for stiffness, aching joints and pain. 
• Lemon is one of the most versatile fruits for health. It's Vitamin C content and its role in aiding with cold and flu symptoms are often up for first mention. Lemon is also said to be antiseptic, antibacterial and helps with aches and pain. Its high antioxidant levels are necessary to mention as well as the fact that lemon in used as a preventative; its cleansing ability along with the way Lemon strengthen the blood makes it the best line of defense with undesired symptoms. 
• Ashwagandha is a very well-rounded herb to say the least. To begin, Ashwagandha is widely known for its stress-relief/antianxiety properties. Therefore, there is a direct correlation with the calming aspects of the herb and its consideration as a sleep aid. Its is possible that Ashwagandha itself can aid in the uptake or more wholesome use of other elements and minerals in the body due to its iron content. This would mean that it could be a key component in dealing with anemia. Studies say that Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic, aids with fertility (primarily male) and can be useful when dealing with inflammation. Considered a restorative herb, Ashwagandha is highly valued for its array of beneficial actions as well as its ability to work on our mental strength as well as physical strength. 
• Peppermint is said to be a very therapeutic herb; it too is antispasmodic, antimicrobial and like a few others of the herbs in this blend, invoke detox symptoms by stimulating the sweating response in the body. Peppermint is best known for its role in digestion, but consuming Peppermint can also assist with skin issues like eczema. In its name, Mentha x piperita, the constituent of the oil is antiseptic and antifungal, with studies showing that it's a great herb to use for respiratory infections. 

Summary: This blend has the potential to Strengthen the Immune System, Reduce Cold & Flu-Like Symptoms, can Assist with Weight Loss, Calm Stomach Disorders, will Relax the Mind and Body which may lead to Improved Sleeping Patterns, can Remove Harmful Wastes from the Body, & Reduces Body Odor

Recipe: 

• Consider including Strawberries for added flavor.

Some of the ingredients in this blend are:

Locally Sourced & Locally Made