“The spirit of the tea beverage is one of peace, comfort, and refinement.”Arthur Gray
I realized this morning I really needed to make a batch of herbal allergy tea as we have been drinking it almost daily due to those pesky seasonal allergies we get. So thought I would share what herbs I use in my own personal blend, along with the properties and benefits of the herbs.
2 TBS Chamomile – has anti-inflammatory properties that can help to reduce the symptoms of hay fever. This herb also a natural antihistamine.
1 1/2 TBS Elderflower – helps circulation, eases sinusitis and supports the lymphatic system.
1 1/4 TBS Ginger – releases congestion and increases circulation.
1 TBS Ginkgo Leaf – helps reduce asthma symptoms and inflammation to help with breathing.
2 TBS Licorice Root – soothes the respiratory system, relieves irritation and expels sticky mucus Sage- reduces inflammation and congestion.
3TBS Nettles – reduces inflammation and treats hay fever.
2 TBS Peppermint – relieves headaches, relieve clogged sinuses, reduces cramps and aids in sleep.
1/4 TBS Sage – drying action for respiratory mucus, reduces inflammation and congestion.
1 TBs Yarrow – treats sinusitis and dust allergies.
Add all herbs in a glass bowl and mix well. Please note this recipe almost fills a pint jar. Pour into a container that can be sealed tight, such as a mason jar, and store in a cool dry place.
☕️Use 1 to 2 teaspoons of the allergy blend per 8 oz of hot boiling water. Let steep for 5 minutes, add honey to taste.
For us personally we have found drinking this blend of herbs truly helps us with seasonal allergies, as well as adding local honey for taste. I also use slippery elm in my blend but didn’t realize I didn’t have any, it’s definitely time to place an order with Mountain Rose Herbs. If you are not into blending your own herbal tea, I can also recommend the Organic Allergy Relief Tea from the Full Leaf Tea Co as well.
I hope you enjoyed this post today 🌿
P.S. I also added a half tablespoon of powdered eyebright too.
Eyebright’s name refers to its classic use for inflamed eyes, recorded in Europe as far back as the Middle Ages. It reduces excessive fluid secretions in hay fever, sinusitis, colds, earaches, and coughs. Known active components in Eyebright include histamine-inhibiting flavonoids like quercetin and luteolin, terpene-based iridoids such as aucubin—all with proven anti-inflammatory actions—and astringent tannins. It has antimicrobial activity, in addition, that can prevent or treat the infections that sometimes thrive where fluid and mucus gathers.
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