Herbal tea alchemy is a process of
herbal tea preparation
that takes an herb, root or plant material and transforms it into a liquid substance of great nutritional value.
By definition, it is the brewing and blending of these different herbal elements that work together in synergy, increasing the potency and health attributes of each other.
There are many reasons in today's world that humans suffer from depletion and loss of minerals due to stress, environmental conditions, inadequate diet and/or poor lifestyle habits.
We use herbal tea recipes as the foundation in blended drinks, soups and many of our recipes. They are an excellent way to integrate high concentrations of vitamins and minerals that can be absorbed easily by the body.
When used in combination with
top superfoods
you have concocted what we consider to be a magical potion for your magnificent health potential!
Blend them with the magic of the medicinal mushrooms and design your own formulas tailored to your individual needs.
Unlike raw food, herbs need to be heated to release their medicinal properties. Some herbs and roots can be eaten raw, but most need to be infused or decocted to provide greater value.
We use
herbal teas as the base for all of our drinks, beverages, treats and soups including:
This is a method of using "herbal medicine" as "food." It is a system of using herbs, not to treat or heal a particular disease necessarily... but to tone, fortify, enrich and build the bone, muscle, blood, tissues and organs to levels of strength and vitality they were designed to experience!
The Art of Herbal Tea Alchemy!
Herbal alchemy has formed the basis of herbal medicine since the dawn of civilization. Herbalism itself IS the oldest system of medicine, as documented in cultures around the world.
Mastering the art of
herbal tea preparation
is an important first step to becoming your own
herbal tea alchemist, brewing magical blends and
longevity
elixirs.
Here we discuss several categories of herbs that are the foundations for many of our blended drinks and foods.
The Great Super Herbs:
1) Tonic Herbs
The
Chinese herbs
and
Ayurvedic herbs
are some of the most profound and potent forms of herbal medicine on the planet. They are found and known in many parts of the world for their life giving attributes that deeply support organ/system functions.
The Chinese have developed a sophisticated system of herbalism and have singled out a selected list of
Chinese herbs,
called the "Superior Herbs" or tonic herbs. These herbs, like ginseng, rhodiola, fo-ti and astragalus, have been revered for thousands of years for their qualities that promote and increase
longevity
of life.
In addition, the Indian Vedic System of herbology has also classified the top
Ayurvedic herbs
to be used for tonifying the organs, tissues and nervous system. Herbs like tulsi fall into this Ayurvedic category.
2) Nutritive Herbal Tea
Nutritive herbal tea
is in essence a liquid whole food "herbal supplement" manufactured by mother nature herself. This is tea using herbs that tone, nourish and support the body through their concentrated source of minerals and nutrients.
Nutritive herbal tea is a powerful way to add even more nutrition to your food.
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3) Herbal Stimulants
By the word herbal "stimulant", we mean nourishing herbs that gently spark and activate the system and nerve endings by enhancing circulation, boosting nutrient levels, & amplifying liveliness and gusto. Unlike traditional drug "stimulants",
herbal stimulants do not agitate adrenals or manipulate energy. Instead, they revitalize and provide balance to the nervous system. They are an excellent addition to herbal teas
because their stimulating nature acts as carriers for other herbs and tonics.
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4) Herbs and Spices
Herb and spices
are aromatic herbs that contain a high amount of volatile oils. They provide wonderful fragrances and flavors for herbal tea alchemy blends and are especially nice when combined with natural sweeteners. They are often added to traditional tea preparations because they taste great, uplift and sooth the spirit.
Herbs and spices are a perfect addition to any tea, providing delicious flavor and balance.
We sometimes include specific flowers in our tea blends for an extra special magic sprinkle.
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5) Cleansing Herbs
Cleansing herbs
are herbs that are used to carry and clean wastes and toxins out of the body. Primarily working with the liver, cleansing herbs
can be beneficial to help clear out unwanted plastics, chemicals, heavy metals and other substances that may throw off our hormonal balance, hinder nutrient absorption and overall health. Some of these herbs also work to move out any parasites and unfriendly flora that might be hiding in pockets of the body.
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Make Herbal Teas Apart of Your Superhero Protocol!
By blending drinks and preparing foods that contain liquid tea nutrition, herbal tea alchemy can be one of the top ways to super boost your health to new levels.
Good quality, organic herbs are accessible to anyone who wants them. They can be grown, harvested from wild places, or purchased in bulk from your local health food store. You can learn how to wildcraft wild plants, like horsetail and ginkgo, or you can buy bulk herbs and create your own herbal pantry at home!
You can also conveniently order them online through our affiliate companies. Mountain Rose Herbs is our favorite herbal supplier, Starwest Botanicals is our second favorite. They have great prices by the pound!
See our page on how to make your own herbal tea bags instead of buying commercial boxed teas.
The secret to a super
healthy diet plan
is, in part, eating your food less and drinking your food more.