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Almond Leaf
Almond leaves come from Prunus dulcis, a small deciduous tree with narrow green leaves, pale pink or white blossoms, and a familiar edible nut. The leaves have a mild green, slightly bitter taste. They are not an established routine herbal tea ingredient, and their chemical composition can vary.
Traditionally used for
Skin irritation
Potential benefits
Skin soothing, antioxidant
Ingredients
Almond Leaf
Origin
Iran, Turkey, Syria, Afghanistan
How it is traditionally prepared
1–2 small dried leaves per 8oz water, steep 5-8 minutes, 1 cup occasionally
Cautions and who should avoid it
Not recommended for homemade tea because safety and dosage are insufficiently established; almond plant parts may contain cyanogenic compounds; avoid unidentified or improperly prepared material; May trigger nut allergies
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