Tea - Organic Spearmint - Traditional Medicinals 16 Tea Bags (0.13 lbs) SPECIAL ORDER
- Fair Trade Certified™
- USDA Organic
- Caffeine Free
- Just herbs! nothin' else!
- No added flavors!
- Made with medicinal grade herbs!
What is spearmint?
A perennial herb that is grown in temperate climates worldwide. The leaves are harvested when its pale purple flowers come into bloom from July to September. Most spearmint leaf is distilled to make essential oil and a small amount is dried for use as tea. Traditional Medicinals selects high oil spearmint leaf that meets pharmacopoeial standards. The Pacific Northwest of the United States and Egypt are the major spearmint-growing regions of the world.
When should I use it?
As a refreshing, healthy beverage, drink several cups daily.
How does it taste?
Pleasantly aromatic and sweet. in contrast to peppermint, spearmint doesn't produce a cooling sensation. Children often find it to be more pleasant than peppermint. Combines well with honey or lemon.
16 Tea Bags
Suggested Adult Use: For maximum benefit, medicinal tea must be properly prepared. Pour 8 oz freshly boiled water over a tea bag in a ceramic cup. Cover up and steep 5-10 minutes. These steps directly influence the amount of beneficial components that will end up in your teacup! Gently squeeze the tea bag to release the remaining extract. Drink several cups daily. Sweeten with honey if desired. For an extra strength brew, use two teabags or brew up a whole pot using 4 or 5 teabags.
Other Ingredients: None
Free Of: Caffeine, and added flavors.
Warning: Pregnancy and Lactation: If pregnant or nursing, inform your practitioner that you are using this product. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry and dark place. Keep out of reach of children.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
