Natural Cures For Depression
Ray of Hope Tea
Natural cures for depression in the form of a tea for a ray of hope to your day.
This tea offers uses herbs for depression in a way that the body can easily assimilate. Herbal tea remedies are
one of my favorite ways to get in the goodness of medicinal herbs.
- St John's Wort is used traditionally for depression and anxiety.
- Gingko biloba supports blood flow to the brain helping with neurotransmitters.
- Oatstraw feeds the nervous system, helping with nervousness and exhaustion due to depression.
- Nettle is a nutrient rich herb that supports the liver.
- Peppermint is a wonderful pick me upper and offers great taste to the tea.
Ray of Hope Tea
1 part Gingko Biloba
1 part Oatstraw
1 part St John's Wort
1 part Stinging Nettle
1/2 part Peppermint
1/4 part Rose Petals (optional)
Add 1 tsp of the herb blend to 1 cup of boiling water. Let steep for 5 minutes.
Cautions:
- Before consuming Gingko Biloba consult a health care practitioner if you have cardiac disorders.
- Do not take this tea before a surgery as it has blood thinning properties.
- Also Gingko Biloba increases the effectiveness of other medications, so take that into consideration.
- St John's Wort causes photosensitization. If you have very pale skin or plans on being out in the sun a lot, please excerise caution and cover up well.
- St John's Wort also should be used with caution if taking other antidepressant medications.
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You can get Gingko Biloba, St John's Wort, Oatstraw, Stinging Nettle, Peppermint and Rose Petals at Mountain Rose Herbs
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