Special Tonic for Women
Mix 1 tablespoon each of hops, skullcap,
motherwort, chamomile, and gentian. Steep 1
teaspoon of the mix in 1 cup of boiling water
for 15 minutes. Strain and sweeten. Drink
several times daily. This tonic can be taken for
symptoms as needed. Nervous irritation is one
of the symptoms of menopause and this tea
can be used to bring calmness to an agitated
state.
Internal Cleanser Tonic
This is of special benefit to the blood and
digestive system. Put nasturtium flower and
leaves in salads. To make a good tonic tea, add
a small handful of the flowers and leaves to 2
cups of boiling water and allow to steep for 30
minutes. To use as a tonic, strain and drink
several cups a day for 1 week. Makes a nice
peppery tea to drink just for the pleasure of
the taste. Nasturtiums are a stimulant and a
tonic. When the ripe buds of nasturtiums are
dried and made into an infusion, they make a
laxative that is fairly strong.
Rose Hip Tonic for Cold
Chop 2 teaspoons of rose hips and add to 2
cups of boiling water. Steep, covered, 15
minutes. Strain and sweeten. Can be used as is
or added to other teas and fruit juices. Good to
use if you have a cold as it adds extra vitamin C
to your diet and will shorten the time of your
illness.