Ingredients 2 cups herbal tea (¼ cup lavender blossoms to 2 cups water) 2 cups water ½ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice ½ cup raw honey Directions Pour herbal tea into a pitcher, add lemon juice. Dissolve honey into the water and add to tea and lemon blend, mix well. Garnish with herb and lemon slices.

Dandelion Mocha recipe is from Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs. It is a warming comfort beverage that has the benefits of liver cleansing dandelion root. Also a great substitute for coffee. Roasted Dandelion Root Finely chop fresh root into equal portions and spread evenly on a cookie sheet or baking stone. Bake for 30-40 minutes at 350. The roots should turn from cream to brown and have a roasted but not burnt aroma. Let cool Grind in a coffee grinder or blender to a pow

Rejuvelac is a cultured beverage that was traditionally made with wheat berries, but you could substitute any grain you choose. As with all cultured foods it contains a variety of probiotics, as well as enzymes, vitamins, and minerals. All of which help with colon health, digestion, building the healthy flora in the gut, boosting the immune system, and nourishing many parts of the body. It also contains protease enzymes which can break down the protein coat on certain viruses

Aloe Vera is native to Africa and has over 500 different species. It is known as a common household plant that has amazing burn healing properties, but did you know just how many other healing properties this common house plant has? Aloe barbadensis Family: Liliaceae - lily, tulip, garlic, onion Parts used: gel from inside the leaves Actions Alterative Adaptogenic Anti-inflammatory Anti-bacterial (fresh plant only) Anti-fungal Antiviral Bitter Demulcent Emollient Vulnerary

This is one of my favorite herbal teas to enjoy in any season but the flavors are reminiscent of fall. Not only is it very tasty, it is also quite medicinal. The spices in this tea promote good digestion and will even kill off the harmful bacteria that may be residing in the gut while strengthening the good bacteria that work with the body to maintain a healthy balance. This is also a great one for colds and flu due to its antiviral, antibacterial properties. This can als

I created this drink to have for breakfast each morning to incorporate all the good tonic herbs I wanted to incorporate in my daily habits. Dandy blend offers liver support for cleansing and detox, cocoa powder antioxidants, adaptogens for stress management, maca for energy and mood, others for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and immune strengthening. It can easily be adjusted to meet any needs and makes a wonderful daily tonic for overall health and support. This can be adj

This blend of herbs can boost the immune system, strengthen and support the heart and digestive system, combat inflammation and joint pain, improve memory and brain function, help keep harmful viruses and bacteria that reside in the body at bay and may even combat infection. I like to mix a large amount up and keep a smaller container in my cupboard to whip up Annie's Tonic Brew each day or throw into smoothies, soup, or a batch of pancakes or waffles. Ingredients 1 cup turm