Calming Tea

Calming Tea is best to drink when feeling highly anxious or in the evening to relax before bed. It is safe enough to drink daily and long-term to nourish your immune system.

Sencha (green tea with less than 3% caffeine) and raspberries are rich in antioxidants and taste pleasant.

Peppermint calms the stomach. Lemon balm, catnip, and lavender are all antiviral and calming herbs and can be slightly sedating.

I include lavender for its medicinal benefits, but omit it if you don't like the taste of lavender. You can substitute with another herb, such as cistus (antibacterial, antifungal), chamomile (calming), nori seaweed (antiviral), or passionflower (peaceful sleep). Ashwagandha reduces cortisol levels.

Supplies & Ingredients

You'll need a large bowl, measuring cups, measuring spoons, and a tightly lidded jar (preferably dark glass or ceramic) to store your tea. Blend the following dried bulk teas.

 2 Tsp green tea (preferably Sencha, which contains less caffeine). If green tea isn't feasible, use green or red Rooibos.
 3 Tsp lemon balm
 3 Tsp catnip
 1 Tsp peppermint
 2 Tsp rosehips
 1 Tsp lavender flower buds
 2 Tsp raspberry (leaf)
 2 Tsp ashwagandha

Use just one heaping teaspoon per cup with 6-8 ounces of near-boiling water.

Steep for 5-10 minutes and strain or remove the tea strainer (infuser). This tea is delicious, hot or on ice. Add raw honey or all-natural green stevia for sweetness and additional health benefits. Discontinue the use of stevia if loose stool develops.

Drink one cup per day for an ounce of prevention against viruses. During active viruses, drink 3- 4 cups daily for no longer than two weeks. Give yourself a break of 7-10 days before resuming.

To protect freshness, store your tea in a tightly sealed jar or can away from heat and bright light.

Note: While rose hips contain high amounts of vitamin C, not enough is used in this formula to
warrant concern.