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Digestive Tea
General-purpose digestive tisane combining peppermint leaf, ginger root, fennel seed, chamomile flower, and lemon balm leaf. Refreshing, warming, lightly sweet, and floral.
Traditionally used for
Gas, Bloating, Indigestion
Potential benefits
Traditionally supports digestion, occasional gas, bloating, nausea, and post-meal discomfort.
Ingredients
Peppermint leaf, Ginger root, Fennel seed, Chamomile flower, Lemon balm leaf
Origin
Mediterranean
How it is traditionally prepared
1–2 tsp blend per 8 oz boiling water; steep 10–15 minutes, up to 3 times daily after meals.
Cautions and who should avoid it
Peppermint can aggravate GERD in some people. Chamomile may cause reactions in Asteraceae-sensitive individuals.
Get tea recommendations for how you feel, and keep a journal of what works for you.
This information is for general education about traditional herbal use. It is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk with a qualified healthcare professional before using herbs, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a health condition.