InsomniaCHAPTER 7
Herbal Medicine
TONICS and TEAS
Being a naturopath I am blessed to be able to work with clients focussing mainly on their nutrition, incorporating supplements if required and also provide amazing herbal tonics and teas to support a balanced lifestyle and to treat many conditions.
I am a passionate herbalist and I love working with herbs. Herbs outlive most natural disasters and the power of that in itself proves how resilient they are and the incredible life force that they have.
It just makes sense that consuming anything with such amazing life force and energy will only bring in the same to our physical body.
As a naturopath, I am passionate not only about the properties of the herbs and their clear pharmacological activity on the body but also the energy and dense nutrients that they provide in such small doses.
The science of herbs is an old medicine. Today, many of the thousands of plant species growing throughout the world have medicinal uses, containing active constituents that have a direct action on the body. They are used both in herbal and conventional medicine and offer benefits that help to combat illness and support the body’s efforts to regain good health; treating illnesses and preventing them.
Unfortunately, we tend to forget that in all but the last 60 years, humans relied almost entirely on plants to treat all illnesses.
Herbal medicine often complements conventional treatments providing safe remedies for illnesses as well as just supporting the body’s processes. For example, herbs can be used to help support the kidneys, liver, lymph, lungs and skin to detox and carry out their day to day roles.
Please remember that herbal tonics must be treated with respect and it is essential that you take them with the guidance of a well trained and experienced naturopath. I feel ill when I see people self diagnosing or Dr Googling. There’s a reason why our study takes over 4 years, always thinking of patient safety first.
Personally, I mix herbal tonics according to a client’s direct needs at the time however, the use of herbal teas on a daily basis is an amazing way to assist the body in its many detox processes as well as introducing wonderful vitality and vitamins and minerals that are present in the herbs themselves.
The most exciting thing about herbs is that you don’t have to go to a naturopath to be able to use them. They are accessible and inexpensive in a dry tea or you can always grow your own.
I have intuitively put together an amazing organic tea blend that works well alongside clean eating. It’s like a “life elixir”! These little plant friends taste amazing together and the delicious combination will assist in promoting the elimination of toxins through the skin, lymphatics, kidneys, bowels and liver, rejuvenating and revitalising the mind and body.
2 cups a day can assist with:
Insomnia
Immunity - antibacterial and antiviral
Menstrual cramps
Anxiety/Stress/Depression
IBS, digestion, pain and discomfort
Soothing to the gut
Period regulator
Useful in skin irritations
Body fat and cholesterol lowering
Blood pressure regulation
Antioxidant
Blood sugar control
Rich in vitamin C
Heart tonic
Gallbladder/liver & thyroid support & in graves disease
Headaches
Congestion
Fatigue
Oedema & swelling of the lymphatic system, swollen glands &cysts
Useful in water retention, cystitis
Mood regulator
Assists the body’s detox process
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Here is what others said about drinking the Clean Eating Tea:
“I drink the clean eating tea daily, the taste is delicious. Having given up sugar 18 months ago I don’t find the tea too sweet but perfect as a treat. Who would have thought something that tastes so yum is so very good for you? I have no doubt that it assists my metabolism daily and I am so very glad it does too. When I feel lethargic in the afternoon after hours of either running around or sitting in front of the computer creating, the tea is one of things I reach for. In the past I would have sought coffee but the tea is now my first call plus it doesn’t have the side effects like coffee. Instead, it feeds me with goodness helping my bloods, my blood pressure, my weight management and it is keeping those coffee cravings at bay. If I am not drinking it at work, I am enjoying it at home, hot and cold. Clean Eating Tea is part of my daily routine.”
Jodie Myintoo
“You know what I love about Clean TEA? Yes, all the attributes which are listed as in: It stops your cravings, leaves you less bloated and tastes beautiful BUT the best part is the feeling when you drink this tea! From the colour changing into this beautiful vibrant red to taking the first sip! When I drink this tea a calmness and vibration overtakes my body. You can feel the love and intent Karina has put into Clean Tea, its healing and soothing qualities! Every morning I look forward to my ritual of having a cup of Clean Tea and sitting in gratitude! Thank you Karina for creating this tea.”
Maria Handler
