We all know that sleep is sacred, but the dismount from a busy day can often leave us more wired than tired. Fortunately, our herbal allies are here to help us gently relax our nervous system, calm our minds, and prepare us for a deep and restorative slumber. Some of the most classic herbs for sleep are featured in this recipe. With chamomile being known for both its calming properties as well as digestive support, making it perfect for the person who feels that twinge of angst in their gut as they prepare for bed or perhaps is feeling a bit bloated after a larger dinner. The addition of hops further enhances the relaxing effects of this tea and adds a deep, rich, earthy flavor which ground and centers us, helping promote deep sleep. Lastly, lavandin, hybrid of true lavender, adds a gentle floral flavor and aroma that is well known for its relaxing and serenity inducing effects.
A quick and easy blend, let Bedtime Blood Tea support you as you drift off into a peaceful night’s sleep that will leave you ready for all of tomorrow’s possibilities.
For one serving of this tea, you can add ½ teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if you want to add some sweetness to your tea. Make it creamy by adding ¼ cup of your favorite non-dairy Paleo milk.
TIP: All of these herbs contain volatile oils that are best steeped with the cup covered, trapping in their essence for best flavor and results.
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Bedtime Bloom Tea
- Recipe by: Griffin McMath, ND
- Serves: 1
- Meal: Beverage
- Serves: 1
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 4 minutes
Ingredients
1 tbsp Chamomile Flowers
1 tbsp Hops Flowers (or a couple whole hops flowers)
2 tsp Lavandin Flowers
8 oz filtered water
Directions
Add chamomile flowers, hops flowers, and lavandin flowers to a steeper in a mug.
Heat water to 215°F over the stove or in a water heater.
Carefully pour hot water over steeper and steep for 3-4 minutes.
Remove steeper and allow tea to cool to an appropriate temperature before drinking.
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