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Alfalfa Leaf Tea - Alvita
One of nature's oldest legumes, Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is known to be cultivated for over 2000 years. However, unlike most legumes, where only the seed is consumed, the entire Alfalfa plant (leaves, sprouts and seeds) is eaten by man. The Arabs, centuries ago, used Alfalfa as feed for their horses and claimed it made the animals swift and strong.
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Bilberry Tea - Alvita
A small branched shrub found mainly in moors humus rich- soil and open woods from low-lands to mountains Bilberry (vaccinium myrtillus) bears small blue-black many seeded berries. Also commonly known as whortleberry Bilberry has been a source of fresh jam for hundreds of years. Extensively written about in 16th century herbals this berry is native to northern Europe and Asia; with its ne... [Read More] |
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Blueberry Leaf Tea - Alvita
An erect shrub with small pink or white flowers Blueberry (Vaccinium Myrtillus) is native to North America and is now harvested throughout Europe. It bears large smooth-skinned berries that turn to a deep purple as they mature. Apart from their size and preferred sweet taste Blueberries are distinguishable from other species of its botanical family because of its colorless juice. Blueberri... [Read More] |
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Burdock Root Tea - Alvita
Burdock (Arctium lappa) is a native to Europe and Asia, and if allowed, can grow in almost any uncultivated space. It was used by India's traditional Ayurvedics and by the early Chinese for its very valuable health properties. In addition to its healthful effects, the stalks form a delicate vegetable, similar in flavor to asparagus when boiled, and a pleasant salad when eaten raw with vinegar.
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Catnip Tea - Alvita
It would be hard to guess how long cats have known about Catnip (nepeta cataria) but people have appreciated it for at least 2000 years. The plant was familiar to early Roman cooks and physicians and has long been a part of people s gardens and health repertoires. The plant was introduced to North America from Europe where it quickly escaped from gardens and spread across the continent to be... [Read More] |
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Cranberry Tea - Alvita
Known for their tangy refreshing taste Cranberries (vaccinium oxycoccos) were supposedly part of the first Thanksgiving in 1621 but did not become a national tradition until after the Civil War. A small evergreen shrub which grows in mountain forests and damp bogs from Alaska to Tennessee the Cranberry bush produces pink or purple flowers in spring and bright red berries in the fall. Hig... [Read More] |
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Echinacea Goldenseal Tea - Alvita
A perennial plant native to the United States, Echinacea ( Echinacea angustifolia) was used as aremedy by the Plains Indians more than any other plant. Also known as purple coneflower or black simpson, Echinacea has been used extensively for its many health benefits. Another highly revered plant by American Indians was the versatile Goldensea l (Hydrastis canadensis). Often referred to as "ye... [Read More] |
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Echinacea Tea - Alvita
Used as a remedy by the Plains Indians more than any other plant Echinacea is a perennial plant native to the United States. As early American settlers moved west in the 1800 s they discovered Native Americans used Echinacea for a variety of both internal and external health benefits. Also known as the purple coneflower Echinacea has delicate daisy-like pastel petals and narrow leaves. T... [Read More] |
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Fennel Seed Tea - Alvita
A member of the carrot family Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a native of Italy and one of the most ancient of cultivated plants. The Roman colonization of Italy spread the early use of the plant especially for culinary purposes. Used as a flavoring for salt-water fish it was also used to whiten tenderize and deodorize the meat. The odor of Fennel seed is fragrant and the taste is warm sw... [Read More] |
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Fennel Tea - Alvita
Alvita Fennel Tea is made with premium-quality fennel seeds, and has a sweet aroma and flavor reminiscent of licorice or anise. Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) was first cultivated by the ancient Romans, who used the fruits of the plant as a culinary ingredient. Fennel was also traditionally used to help alleviate bloating and gas. The plant's use as both a popular culinary ingredient and a digestive ... [Read More] |
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Fenugreek Seed Tea - Alvita
Originating in the Mediterranean region and Asia Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is one of the oldest herbs known. Its seeds were highly praised for their beneficial uses in ancient Egypt and India and later among the Greeks and Romans. The seeds were also used to produce a yellow dye for coloring wool. As Fenugreek spread around the Mediterranean ancient physicians learned that its seed... [Read More] |
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Fenugreek Tea - Alvita
Alvita Fenugreek Tea is made with premium-quality fenugreek seeds, and has a mildly bitter flavor with a hint of maple. Fenugreek's (Trigonella foenum-graecum) aroma and flavor have given rise to its popularity as a culinary spice. The seeds of the fenugreek plant - whose beneficial properties were first described by the ancient Egyptians in 1,500 B.C. - have long been esteemed for their tradition... [Read More] |
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Ginger Root Tea - Alvita
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a tropical perennial that grows from an aromatic tuberous rhizome that is knotty shaped and buff colored. The name Ginger is derived from the Sanskrit gringa or horn and vera meaning body in reference to the shape of the root. Ginger has a recorded history of use in China dating from the 4th century B.C. Used for hundreds of years as a spice for cooking Ginger... [Read More] |
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