Ginseng and Licorice Tea

This tea is meant to tonify the blood and to increase energy. Ginseng and licorice are two of the most universally utilized botanicals. Each is credited with diverse capabilities. Licorice is said to mitigate and harmonize the characteristics of other herbs due to it’s sweet, neutral and moderating properties, while ginseng is used to help to keep the body in balance.

Licorice has been used for over 3,000 years as a tonic to rejuvenate the heart and spleen, and as a treatment for ulcers, cold symptoms, and skin disorders. Contemporary herbalists often prescribe licorice in treating irregularities and diseases of the adrenal glands, counteracting stress, and in purifying the liver and bloodstream. It is used to soothe mucous membranes, and as an expectorant in treating flu, colds, respiratory disorders and bronchitis. Extracts of licorice are used in Japan as an antiviral to treat chronic hepatitis and in therapies for stomach ulcers.

Ginseng is one of the most popular healing herbs used today throughout the world. It increases mental and physical efficiency and resistance to stress and disease. The main active ingredients of ginseng are called “ginsenosides”. These steroid-like ingredients provide the properties that enable ginseng to balance and counter the effects of stress.

Drink this tea to relax and to fortify the body. It is important to remember, however, that both ginseng and licorice are extremely potent medicines. Consulting an herbalist, naturopath or medical doctor before beginning any therapies that include these herbs on an on-going basis is highly recommended.

The Tea:.

1.5 gr. White ginseng root.

50 gr. Sliced licorice root.

1 litre filtered, boiling water..

Place herbs in a teapot large enough to hold all ingredients. Cover herbs with boiling water. Allow to steep for at least 20 minutes. Strain the liquid from the mixture and drink it throughout the day.

This process can be repeated up to 4 more times with the same roots.