Premium Dried Lavender Deep Blue

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Premium Dried Lavender Deep Blue, 250 & 500g. This is Lavandula angustifolia syn. Lavandula officinale. In medieval times herbalists used lavender to prevent head lice and as a repellent, the flowers were tied into small bundles and placed into pillows or linens to make them smell pleasant and keep bugs and pests away. The Elizabethans used lavender for sweetening washing water and disguising foul smells. During the Black Death (Plague) in 1665, lavender was hung in bunches, so its fragrance would mask the smell of death and decay. Culpeper in the 17th century recommended consumption of the distilled water of lavender be taken by people who had lost their voices. The dried flowers can be added to pot pourri, sleep pillows and scented sachets; they can also be added to herbal tisanes and infusions. Whole flowers can be used to flavour cakes, biscuits and desserts, a decoction of the flowers can be added to lotions and creams for the skin, and shampoos for the hair. An infusion can be added to washing water for floors and surfaces; it can also be used as a fragrant rinse for the hair. Lavender flowers can also be added to bath tea blends, facial scrubs, soaps, face masks, foot powders and bath salts.

Lavender is one of the most beloved fragrances in the world. From lavender essential oil to lavender soaps and teas, this vibrant purple flower makes a statement. It’s known for its calming effects, making it the perfect bedtime tea.Lavender tea offers a delicate flavour and aromatic fragrance that boasts extensive health benefits. Lavender tea boasts a distinctive flavour and aromatic fragrance. Lavender tea features hints of rosemary and mint,and hints of green apple, rose, and earthy notes similar to those found in green tea.

• The most well known health benefit of lavender tea is its ability to induce calm. The relaxing effects of lavender tea can help improve sleep and may be used to treat sleep disorders. Lack of sleep has further been correlated with a host of other health problems. Drinking lavender tea before bed can help you achieve more restful sleep.
• Lavender tea boasts anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce inflammation and prevent a host of serious ailments. Reducing inflammation can prevent heart attacks by reducing the risk of blood clots caused by inflamed arteries. Lavender tea can also help alleviate pain by reducing inflammation of the muscles and joints. The soothing scent of lavender can also minimize muscle spasms.
• Lavender tea contains high amounts of antioxidants and antibacterial compounds that can help fend off the common cold and flu.
• When you drink lavender tea, antioxidants work to eliminate toxins that can cause harmful side effects. These antioxidants work to eliminate free radicals that are caused by pollution, excessive drinking, and smoking. Free radicals wreak havoc on human cells and cause them to mutate or degrade through a process known as oxidative stress. Free radicals have been linked to an increased risk of certain types of cancer and may accelerate the aging process.
• Lavender tea can help soothe digestive issues ranging from diarrhoea to nausea and stomach cramps. The anti-inflammatory properties of lavender help soothe irritated stomach muscles, eliminating stomach pain. These same antispasmodic effects can help relieve indigestion, gas, and bloating. The scent of lavender is also powerful in streamlining digestive processes. The fragrance of lavender stimulates the production of bile, which helps the body breakdown foods more efficiently. The calming aroma of lavender can also treat nausea by triggering chemical reactions in the brain.
• Lavender tea can help people who suffer from breathing problems by opening up airways. The anti-inflammatory properties of lavender soothe inflamed muscles in the throat and chest, making it easier to breathe. The antibacterial properties of lavender tea also help to eliminate bacteria that can cause chest colds and congestion.

Experts recommend limiting lavender tea consumption for males who haven’t undergone puberty.Pregnant women should be careful when drinking lavender tea due to its ability to mimic the oestrogen hormone. It’s always best to consult your physician before consuming herbal teas when pregnant or breastfeeding. People who are allergic to lavender flowers or similar flowering plants should avoid drinking lavender tea. People who are sensitive to these flowers may develop an allergic reaction that includes difficulty breathing, skin rash, and throat irritation.ALWAYS thoroughly research any new herb you are thinking of using and if taking prescribed drugs, consult with your GP first.

to make your lovely lavender tea, simply pour boiling filtered water over 2 tablespoons of fresh or dried lavender. Leave to steep for 8 to 10 minutes. Strain, add a slice of lemon and a teaspoon of honey if desired.

another great use for lavender is to infuse it into honey. To 1 cup of honey, add 2 tablespoons dried lavender. Bring to a rolling boil in a heavy saucepan. Turn down and leave it heating for 5 minutes. Strain into a heat proof jar. Allow to cool without lid for at least an hour. Screw on lids. Enjoy.

Store lavender in a dry, airtight container, preferably in the dark.

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