A Quiet Mind
About Our Anti-Anxiety Herbal Tea
It probably comes as no surprise that an unofficial study of the herbal teas that sell most quickly from our Saratoga Springs store reveals a lot of people are having trouble coping with stress, anxiety, and insomnia in our post-COVID world. While we already had several sleep, anti-stress, and relaxation teas as part of our collection, we wanted to work with a nutritionist / herbalist to create a blend specifically for those of us who need a calming cuppa.
A subtle blend that's smooth for sipping, this beautiful blend of floral herbs is ideal for those that are looking for a tea to help quell their anxiety, reduce stress, and increase mindfulness during meditation. It may also be used as a sleep time tea, steeped and enjoyed hot before bed or sipped throughout the day as an iced tea for anxiety. In addition, it may also be used medicinally as an infusion, steeped overnight for added anti-anxiety benefits.
Chamomile - Calming Digestive Aid Promoting Restful Sleep
Regarded as one of the finest and safest plants in the medicinal herbal world, chamomile is known for its calming but powerful properties. Chamomile also has bitter principles that stimulate the gastric juices, making it useful for promoting health of the liver and digestive system. It is a wonderful remedy for stomach stress, digestive complaints, nervous system disorders, inflammation in the joints and for healing wounds. It can also be valuable for easing stress, anxiety and tension, and promotes a restful sleep.
Rose Petals - Lower Stress & Encourage Sleep
Rose petals are teeming with anti-anxiety flower power. With a mellow floral flavor, rose petals are a great addition to anti-anxiety tea and pair well with lavender and chamomile for a smooth sipping tea. Studies show that rose petals can have a relaxing effect, lower stress levels, and encourage sleep.
Passion Flower - Boost GABA & Promote Relaxation
Passionflower is known for its benefits to help with sleep, anxiety, hot flashes, and pain. Studies suggest that passionflower works by boosting GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) in the brain, which promotes relaxation. GABA is a naturally occurring amino acid that reduces activity in the central nervous systems resulting in relaxation, enhanced mood, better sleep and pain relief.
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Oat Straw - Calming Sleep Aid to Nourish the Nervous System
Oat straw is a demulcent herb that acts as a nervine and is traditionally used as a mild relaxant and sleep aid. A wonderful herb for nervous system nourishment, oat straw is rich in calcium, potassium, iron, vitamin A, vitamin C, dietary fiber and antioxidants. It is known for being one of the best calming herbs – and can help to nourish and tonify your nervous system and build healthy teeth and bones because it is high in calcium.
Lavender - Sooth Anxiety & Depression
Lavender is a wonderful floral herb that is sweet and aromatic and contains a plethora of health properties. Native to Europe and Africa, lavender has become a popular garden herb that is now a household favorite known for its ability to sooth and help treat anxiety and depression. Research suggests that the compounds in lavender mimic the role of neurotransmitters, helping to decrease stress levels and reduce anxiety. Further, studies show that is may improve mood and has also demonstrated calming effects on women with anxiety and postpartum depression.
Lemon Balm - Calm the Mind & Balance Moods
Lemon balm is great for mothers that may be struggling with postpartum depression and all that may be struggling with anxiety. This herb helps to calm the mind and balance moods. It also helps to support liver health and can promote a more restful night’s sleep.
Ashwagandha - Adaptogen for Managing Stress & Anxiety
Ashwagandha is an ancient medicinal herb that is known as an adaptogen. Adaptogens are often used to help the body manage stress and adapt to various adversities. Ashwagandha is best known for its ability to reduce stress and anxiety. Research reports that it blocks the stress pathways in the brain by regulating chemical signaling in the nervous system. Studies also show that it can reduce symptoms in people with stress and anxiety disorders, as well as improve insomnia.
Valerian Root - Treat Anxiety, Fear & Insomnia
Valerian is a flowering plant that is native to Europe and Asia. The root of the plant has long been known for its benefits in treating insomnia. It contains a substance known as valerenic acid that is believed to affect GABA receptors in the brain – working as a mild sedative and anxiety reducing drug to control fear or anxiety experienced when nerve cells are overstimulated. Valerian root has even been touted to be a safe and natural alternative to prescription anxiety drugs that act to disrupt GABA receptors.
This is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare physician if you have further questions about herbs and their interactions with certain medications, as well as how these herbs may impact you with consideration to your individual health.
