(NC)-Most North Americans don't realize it, but herbal, or medicinal tea is a very important part of health care around the world. In fact, the WHO (World Health Organization), states that over 80% of the world's population still relies on herbal medicine as its primary form of health care. In Germany, medicinal teas are available only with doctor's prescriptions, and in Chinese hospitals medicinal teas are given alongside drugs.
Although modern, chemically based preparations can be effective and faster acting than the gradual effects of natural remedies, many have harmful side effects. Medical practitioners are now realizing that the gentle healing action of herbal medicine, especially in the form of herbal teas, is far less stressful for the body. The gradual effect of these remedies, while not dramatic, is more effective in the long run and easier on the body.
There are teas: to relieve asthma, cold and flu; to enhance weight loss and improve digestion; teas for urinary tract health, women's hormonal concerns, immune system strength and for general detoxifying; teas to help you sleep, calm your nerves or improve your skin. Basically, there is a tea for just about every ailment.
As much as ancient traditions and careful blending are important with medicinal teas, it's the availability of active components within the herbs themselves that determines their effectiveness. The growing environment and the drying conditions for the herbs must be closely monitored to ensure truly effective herbal remedies. Flora prides itself on the quality herbs they select for the wide range of medicinal teas they offer.
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