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7 Love Herbs, Oils and Spices

The Herbs, Oils and Spices of Love

Love is such a fun topic. It’s universal, limitless and wanted-no, needed- by everyone. What better thing to focus on?

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I am actually meeting weekly with a group of ladies to study all of the characteristics that Love Is according to 1 Corinthians 13. It’s been an interesting study taking one characteristic per week and focusing on it. Hannah Hughes actually gave us this idea in her book/journal Love Is. So I will link it here if anyone is interested: https://www.thehannahhughes.com/shop

There are lots of plants in nature that can help us feel more loving. There are also natural aphrodisiacs, or libido increasing herbs, spices and oils. So I thought I would list a few of each for fun this Valentine’s month:

Libido Herbs:

Damiana, Ginseng, Gota Kola, Sarsaparilla, Saw Palmetto, Licorice, False Unicorn Root

These herbs are equally good for men and women and can be taken in combination together. They are known to help balance hormones and increase sexual desire as well as strengthen the virility of the whole system. Don’t take for extended amounts of time.

Not for pregnant women.

Romantic Herbs:

Rose, Hibiscus, Vanilla, Linden, JasmineLover's Tea

These can be fun to add to recipes, as with the following spices.

Spices:

All of your chai spices help increase blood flow, energy and circulation:

Cinnamon, Clove, Cardamon, Black Pepper, Cayenne, Ginger, Nutmeg

Oils:

Women: Geranium, ylang ylang, clary sage, nutmeg, rose and black pepper, jasminehappy mama spray

Men: Myrrh, black pepper, ylang ylang, pine, ginger, nutmeg, rose

Love Spray Recipe:

Blend 8-10 drops of a few of your favorite oils from above into

2 oz. of water, 1/4 oz. aloe vera,  and 1/4 oz. witch hazel.

Store in a dark glass spray bottle and spritz self as desired to increase desire!

Enjoy!

“Love is the most universal, formidable and mysterious of cosmic energies.”- Teilhard de Chardin

“The question of love is one that cannot be evaded. Whether or not you claim to be interested in it, from the moment you are alive you are bound to be concerned with love, because love is not just something that happens to you: it is a certain way of being alive. Love is, in fact, an intensification of life, a completeness, a fullness, a wholeness of life.” Thomas Merton

8 Benefits of Chlorophyll Green Drinks!

Green Drinks for Chlorophyllcup of green with frog infuser

Do you make drinks green by putting liquid chlorophyll in them like we do on St. Patrick’s Day? It goes into teas, juices, smoothies, eggs and more all day long.

But your Green Juice has a lot more going for it than turning drinks green on St Patty’s Day. Here’s a deeper look at this amazing greenness:

What is it? Chlorophyll is what gives green vegetables their color. It is found in most of your green vegetables- broccoli, kale, spinach, green peppers etc. -and is packed full of trace minerals and more. (see below)chlorophyll for green drinks

But if you are feeling like you aren’t getting enough green vegetables, or just need an extra boost of health and energy, chlorophyll taken by liquid or capsules may help. It can be found in the health food store near you.

8 benefits of taking a daily dose of Chlorophyll this spring:

1.  Allergy help.  Liquid chlorophyll from alfalfa is an excellent blood cleanser and detoxifier that may help with seasonal allergy relief.

2.  Immune System booster – Chlorophyll helps the body increase white cell production which aids in fighting off diseases. 

3.  Body Odor– Chlorophyll is perhaps best know for it’s ability to take care of body odor. Gargling it can help with bad breath and sore throats.

4.  Weight loss – It is documented as making the body feel fuller, reducing the need to eat as much. It also detoxifies.

5.  Aids Detoxification – not only is it a good blood cleanser but it binds to heavy metals and molds and helps eliminate them from the body.

6.  Energy – chlorophyll increases the production of red blood cells which result in higher levels of circulating oxygen throughout the body. It also increases stamina

7.  Healthy Skin- cleansing the blood, kidneys and liver helps the skin to clear up and shine.

8.  Thyroid Support – Chlorophyll can help balance and support the thyroid.

Chlorophyll has a high calcium and iron content as well as vitamin K and trace minerals. Alfalfa specifically contains eight essential digestive enzymes and eight essential amino acids of protein!

There are varieties of chlorophyll in the health store to buy. Find one that suits you. I prefer liquid chlorophyll from alfalfa with mint added. I take it once a day in a shot glass or include it in my morning smoothie. Enjoy!

9 Herbs to Cleanse and Renew You

T’s Tonics Renewal Green Tea

cleanse and renew

Cleanse, Recharge & Energize your system naturally with this pleasing green tea blend of All Organic herbs. A robust green tea, with the pleasing zing of ginger and juniper.

Here’s 9 herbs and how they Cleanse and Renew your whole being. They work together synergistically to strengthen each part of your system:

Jasmine Green tea has powerful anti-oxidants and tannins shown to strengthen our immune systems, increase metabolism and energy and help fight bacteria.

Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) can help the body cleanse, recharge and respond better to stress. Good for both male and female hormones. Used to treat many conditions including fatigue, insomnia, lethargy, memory, endurance, and immune system.

Pau D’ Arco Cleanses the whole system. It is high in calcium, is a blood purifier and antifungal, and is also helpful in fighting yeast infections and skin problems.

Red clover is high in minerals and cleanses as an excellent blood purifier.

Ginger has been used for digestive disorders, motion sickness, fever and coughing and helps lower cholesterol.

Nettle cleanses the blood and then rebuilds it. It is high in vitamin C and minerals. It also strengthens liver and kidney function. Helpful for allergies.

Olive Leaf cleanses as a natural antibiotic, antioxidant, anti-parasitic and anti-fungal shown to lower blood pressure, cholesterol, help respiratory response and heart and skin health.

Chickweed is high in vitamin C and helps dissolve fat and mucous in the body. Good for skin problems.

Juniper berries act as a diuretic and disinfectant. They strengthen the adrenal glands, blood and kidneys. Good for diabetes. Helps build defense against allergies.

It’s a great way to put a spring in your step and zip in your day! Order Renewal Green Tea Here. Your body with thank you.

Statements are for educational purpose only. Not intended to diagnose, treat or cure and diseases. Created by T’s Tonics.

Why are Teas so Popular Right Now?

6 Reasons Teas Are Popular Right Now:

Tea is flying off the shelves at an all time high lately. What is making teas so quick to sell when January and February are traditionally slow retail months?

Here are 6 reasons for tea’s rising popularity, just for starters:

  1. Baby, it’s cold out there!

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    cold!

In these cold winter months, wrapping your hands around a steaming mug of tea is more than comforting! Having a hot drink helps take the frosty edge off the hard work of the day. Tea is a great option to other hot drinks because it is low in calories, yet high in healthy benefits such as anti-oxidants, nutritionally dense herbs and natural stimulants/relaxants. It is easy to get, easy to make, and can be steeped again and again.

  1. Health, health, health

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    lots of goodness

People are becoming educated on the many health benefits of tea. Beyond New Years resolutions to start the year out healthier, people are choosing to take personal charge of their health. Healthier food and drink options, in general, are in demand. Tea is one of the easiest, actionable ways to jumpstart and recharge health, because it is just adding a tasty drink into your routine. Drinking tea is an enjoyable way to lighten the load, energize the body systems, detoxify and cleanse, and increase the anti-oxidants and immune boosters to stay healthy through the winter.

  1. Variety

There are so many different kinds of tea and tea blends now available! Blacks, greens, whites, reds, herbals, chai, mates, concentrates, bubble teas and more. Stimulating blacks to start the day, greens and citruses to continue the day, and mellow herbals for relaxing in the evening, there is tea for every occasion, time and season, hot or cold. When you get bored of one variety, just switch it up.

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variety

They are also used in more and more specialty foods, cocktails and mixed drinks. Recipes

  1. Millennials

Consumer reports show that over 87% of millennials (those in their teens and twenties) are drinking tea. They are driving the market on specialty blends; preferring organics, loose leaf, green teas and variety.

In fact, consumer reports show that tea sales- specialty teas and loose leaf teas at the top- have increased over the last few years at a growth rate of 5-10 % each year, more than coffee, sodas or other consumables! (http://www.teausa.com/14655/tea-fact-sheet)

  1. Price

When compared to other drinks, the value of tea far outshines, in both price per cup and nutritional quality per drink. Compare to sports drinks in energy and anti-oxidant levels. Compare to coffee beans and sodas. Compare to alcoholic drinks. Even organic, gourmet specialty teas are reasonable and sustainably priced per cup in comparison and many tea leaves can be steeped again and again!2016-02-17 12.06.47 (1)

  1. It’s just plain Good

Amazing flavor, health, variety, mixing ability, price, popularity (tea is the most consumed drink in the world after water), need I say more?

10 Herbs for Spring Energy

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10 Herbs for Spring Energy

Spring is all about Energy!

spring energy

spring energy

Yet we naturally feel “sluggish” coming out of the slower time of winter. Our systems need recharged and our blood thinned to be ready for the quickness of spring.

Regardless of the time of year, the one thing I want is to feel energetic and full of life. I especially feel the need for this in the spring. Everything is coming to life again and the juices are stirring, encouraging me to jump and move and create. It seems inspiration is everywhere you look in nature. Baby animals are being born and green is shooting out of the ground. You can feel the added energy in the air. It always inspires me to want to grow too.

Renewal TeaThese 10 herbs  put “Spring” in your step. Let me tell you why:

  • Help recharge and strengthen all of your systems
  • Naturally energize without spiking you adrenals or blood sugar
  • Encourages weight loss by helping dissolve fat and expel mucous.
  • Helps strengthen the kidneys & glands which are weaker in the winter
  • Helps with allergies

The 10 spring helpers are:

Jasmine Green tea has powerful anti-oxidants and tannins shown to strengthen our immune systems, increase metabolism and energy and help fight bacteria.

Eleuthero (formerly known as Siberian ginseng) can help the body respond better to stress.  Good for both male and female hormones and is used to treat many conditions including fatigue, insomnia, lethargy, memory, endurance, and immune system.

Pau D’ Arco is high in calcium, a blood purifier and antifungal, helpful in fighting yeast infections and skin problems.

Red clover is high in minerals and is an excellent blood purifier.

Ginger has been used for digestive disorders, motion sickness, fever and coughing and helps lower cholesterol.

Nettle is a blood purifier high in vitamin C and minerals, strengthens liver and kidney function.  Helpful for allergies.

Olive Leaf is a natural antibiotic, antioxidant, anti-parasitic and anti-fungal shown to lower blood pressure, cholesterol, help respiratory response and heart and skin health.

Chickweed is high in vitamin C and helps dissolve fat and mucous in the body.  Good for skin problems.

Juniper berries act as a diuretic and disinfectant, strengthen the adrenal glands, blood and kidneys.  Good for diabetes.

Stevia leaf is used to treat digestion, liver and intestines as well as being a natural sweetener.

They can be found in our Renewal Tea which is good anytime but was designed for spring. 

Get started on energizing today!green teas

Note: We always and only use all organic herbs for our teas.

Statements are for educational purpose only.  Not intended to diagnose, treat or cure and diseases.  Created by T’s Tonics. All rights reserved.

Get Your Kids Out of Bed in the Morning

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How to get your kids out of bed in the morning

            With the change of the clock we have plunged back into dark mornings. I’ve noticed getting myself and the kids out of bed and around has been even more challenging than usual this week. Then I came across this excerpt in Donna Eden’s book, Energy Medicine. It’s an easy way to start the day with more energy and can help get us out of bed. Try it on yourself and then show your children. (time- about a minute) Use this during the middle of the day when you have an energy slump or anytime you need an extra boost.

ear tug for energy

ear tug demo

1. Tug around your ears, gently pulling along the lobes. This stimulates acupuncture points, tiny electromagnetic reservoirs on the skin that will open you to the energies of the new day.

2. Stretch your legs and arms with 3 deep breaths.

3. Do the three thumps:

  1. Find the indents under the ends of your collar bones at the neck, then tap on these points for 20 seconds with the fingers of both hands. (these are called the K-27 points, and are juncture points that affect all of your energy pathways. Working them sends a signal to your brain that helps you feel more alert and focused.) You can use this anytime you need to feel more awake.

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    thump under collar bones

  2. Then go down to the middle of your sternum and tap for 20 seconds with all 4 fingers of one hand while breathing deeply. (This is your thymus gland. Think Tarzan banging on his chest and you get the idea. If you are really up for it let out a Tarzan roar too.)
  • Stimulates all of your energies
  • Boosts your immune system
  • Increases your strength and vitality

Adapted from Energy Medicine by Donna Eden

Posture, movement, breath, and the tea you drink make all the difference

Always drink T’s Tonics organic loose leaf teas. You know what you are getting: health.