White clover (Trifolium repens) is a small perennial plant with trifoliated dark green leaves and white flowers. This herb grows in lawns and fields. It has been sacred for the Celts and is supposed to protect against bad magic. White clover leave plays a role of good luck omen: the one who found 4 leafed clover will be blessed by luck and God’s protection. For centuries, white clover flowers and seeds have been used for producing white clover flower essence which has a number of therapeutic properties and benefits. Read the rest of this entry »
White Clover Flower Essence
July 26th, 2010 
Katy 
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Tags: white clover, white clover essence, white clover flower essence 
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July 11th, 2010 Katy 
Anise is known for its amazing savory fragrance which has a vast use both in culinary and medicine. In ancient Indian, Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine, benefits of anise played an important role, and for many centuries this plant, which originates from the Mediterranean region and is a relative of parsley, has been widely used around the world. Anise tea is made from anise seeds or the leaves of Anise herb (Pimpinella anisum), the fruits of which have a beautiful star-like look. Read the rest of this entry »
Tea Tree Essential Oil
June 24th, 2010 Katy 
Tea Tree Essential Oil is a very widely used essential oil produced by steam distillation from the leaves of a plant named Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) which is native to Australia. This plant received its name because centuries ago the leaves of this tree were used as a substitution for tea. Indigenous people of Australia have bee using leaves of tea tree externally to treat various skin problems, infections and other health conditions. Read the rest of this entry »
Orange Flower Essence
June 7th, 2010 Katy 
Orange Flower Essence is a dilute extract of orange tree blossoms (Citrus sinensis) known for their amazing aroma and important role in aromatherapy as a natural calming agent. Orange tree originates from China and the Far East, and for many centuries its fruit have been used as excellent natural food packed with vitamins, as well as for various culinary and medicinal purposes. Orange flower essence is widely used in aromatherapy and has a great significance in cultures of many nations of the world: in particular, orange tree blossoms symbolize good fortune, purity and virginity, etc. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Herbal Essences Tags: orange blossom, orange flower essence, orange tree blossoms 4 Comments »Chamomile Herbal Tea
May 28th, 2010 Katy 
Chamomile tea is reported to be the most popular herbal tea on earth. It is estimated that every day about 1 million cups of chamomile herbal tea are consumed in the world. This pleasant aromatic tea with gentle fruity flavor has a reputation of one of the most useful and therapeutic teas. It can be prepared by steeping dried out flowers of chamomile (Matricaria recutita) in boiling water for several minutes, and then adding some honey or/and lemon juice. Read the rest of this entry »
Myrrh Essential Oil
May 12th, 2010 Katy 
Myrrh essential oil is received from Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha), an aromatic tree with beautiful white flowers that is native to such countries as Egypt, Yemen, Somalia and others. Myrrh oil is a warm steam distilled balsamic oil with earthy woody aroma and medium consistency. It was used for many centuries for fumigations, religious purposes or for preserving mummies, as well as a basic element for perfumes and herbal remedies for blood flow stimulation. It rooted deeply in Traditional Chinese Medicine and was used for treating wounds, muscular pains and other ailments. Read the rest of this entry »
Saint John’s Wort Flower Essence
April 22nd, 2010 Katy 
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum) is a perennial plant with bright sunny yellow flowers, which is native to North America, Western Asia and Europe. This plant has not only medicinal values but an important spiritual meaning: it is regarded as a powerful solar energy adept and as a remedy that can protect against negative spirits. Saint John’s Wort flower essence is rich in hypericin, tannic acid, phanolic acids, flavonoids, and a composition of essential oils. Read the rest of this entry »
Ginger Root Tea
April 9th, 2010 Katy 
Ginger root tea is considered to be one of the most useful and curative herbal teas. For centuries it has been used for its unique therapeutic properties: first of all, as a digestive aid and weight loss facilitator. Ginger tea originates from the Far East and in Auyrvedic medicine ginger is known as a “universal medicine” that is able to stimulate fire (positive and protective energy). That is why ginger root tea has excellent warming effects and can be used to prevent colds, flu and other respiratory diseases. One more of important ginger tea health benefits is stimulating our immunity function. Read the rest of this entry »
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
March 26th, 2010 Katy 
Ylang Ylang essential oil is produced from a plant named Cananga odorata of the annonaceae family. This clear yellowish organic oil is quite popular nowadays and is widely used in aromatherapy and skin care products. It is produced by steam distillation and is famous for its delicate sweet floral or slightly fruity aroma. The name for this essential oil takes origins from the Malay word alang ilang that refers to fluttering flowers. Ylang Ylang oil is primarily used as a beauty product, but it also has lots of other various applications. It is available in the most of beauty and organic product shops around the globe. Read the rest of this entry »
Sage Herbal Tea
March 14th, 2010 Katy 
Sage herbal tea is one of the oldest known therapeutic teas, which is made from the leaves of sage (Salvia Officinalis). It has a very strong herbal taste and everyone who likes green and other herbal teas will enjoy it. Sage tea can be prepared in a following way: put 1 tablespoon of fresh or dried sage leaves into a tea pot, add 6-8 ounces of boiling water and let it steep for 5 minutes. It is recommended to add a little of lemon juice or honey to sweeten the tea. Read the rest of this entry »