TEA - INSOMNIA

There’s nothing a cup of tea can’t fix, or so they say... and there's some truth to that. With historical roots in East Asia, people of different cultures from around the world have been drinking tea for thousands of years. Science appears to support this practice.

Herbal teas are made from tisanes, which are blends or infusions of dried fruits, flowers, spices or herbs in water. Tisanes have been shown to offer medicinal effects. Be an informed consumer—many beverages marketed as "herbal tea" with "herbal tea benefits" are nothing more than sugary juice.

Is herbal tea good for you? Some herbal teas offer health-promoting properties and have been used as natural remedies for centuries. Tisanes have been shown to offer medicinal effects.

INSOMNIA TEA - Fights insomnia, induces sleep and improves the quality/duration of sleep

Ingredients & Benefits: Chamomile, Passion Flower, Skullcap, Cardamom, Lemon Balm, Valerian, Rose Petals, Lavender

• Chamomile - can help ease anxiety and make it easier to fall asleep. It contains apigenin, an antioxidant that may bind to brain receptors and promote sleepiness. Studies have shown that chamomile can improve sleep quality.
• Passion Flower - Passionflower's calming effect may help individuals fall asleep faster by reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation and may increase the duration of sleep, leading to longer and more restful nights.
• Skullcap - is traditionally used as a mild herbal sedative and nervine, and is often used to help promote relaxation and sleep
• Cardamom - contains phytomelatonin, a plant-derived form of melatonin, the hormone that regulates sleep. Helps lower cortisol levels, the stress hormone, potentially leading to better relaxation and sleep.
• Lemon Balm - often used as a natural remedy for insomnia and anxiety, which can disrupt sleep. By promoting relaxation and reducing stress, lemon balm can contribute to better sleep quality. 
• Valerian- is commonly used to improve sleep, manage anxiety, and relieve muscle tension.
• Lavender - One of lavender's primary compounds, linalool, may interact with GABA pathways in the brain, which are involved in reducing nerve cell excitation and promoting relaxation. Helps improve the body's natural production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep.

Directions:  Steep 1 tablespoon tea in 8 oz. near boiling water for 10 - 15 minutes.  Strain and enjoy 30 minutes before bedtime.

Precautions:  If you are taking any prescription medications, it's important to check for potential interactions with herbs.

Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.