Herbal Teas
An abundance of stress relief can be found in plants, either grown or wild-harvested, that can be made into herbal infusions or teas. Some good plants to try are Chamomile, Lemon Balm, Cat Nip, Lavendar, Mint, and Cedar.
- Peppermint
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Peppermint this aromatic tea works well to reduce stress and relieves you from anxiety. The menthol contained in peppermint is a natural muscle relaxant.
Drinking peppermint tea will help you have an overall calm. Because of the relaxing effect of peppermint tea and its lack of caffeine, it makes a wonderful tea to drink before going to bed. It will help you have a peaceful sleep, just what you need after a crazy day.
Warning! Pregnant women must avoid drinking it as it may increase the risk of miscarriage. - Chamomile
- Chamomile tea not only reduces stress and anxiety, but it also helps treat insomnia. Just like peppermint tea, chamomile tea has great benefits in relaxing the muscles and reducing irritability.
- Lemon Balm
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Lemon Balm is a calming herb that belongs to the mint family. No wonder it has a natural mint flavor with a slight taste of lemon. It reduces the stress hormone called cortisol and relaxes the body without causing drowsiness. It also helps to elevate the mood.
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