Ashley Anise is a plant used since time immemorial to treat different disorders, such as stomach problems, menstrual cramps and lack of sexual appetite, among others. There are many civilizations, among them: the Egyptians, Hindus, Chinese, Romans and Greeks, who have taken advantage of its health benefits, but where does anise come from? What are its properties? … Read more
The name valerian comes from the Latin “valere”, a word meaning health or strength, therefore associated with well-being. Valerian is highly valued for its effects on the nervous system. Among other things, it is considered a natural sedative with properties similar to other relaxing infusions, such as chamomile or lemon balm. Properties of valerian infusion Since the … Read more
All types of tea are made from the leaves of the tea plant. However, this magical starting ingredient gives rise to a tremendous variety of preparations. This humble leaf is made according to different traditions in many parts of the world to achieve very different results in terms of aroma, body and also health benefits. Join … Read more
Green tea is the king of beverages in many Asian countries. Its consumption began in China thousands of years ago and spread with Buddhism to neighboring countries such as Korea or Japan. Tea was initially considered a medicinal drink and was intermingled with the culture and traditions of these countries. It later reached the West through trade … Read more
The properties of plants to treat different problems related to the digestive system are well known, one of them is diarrhea. If you are going to the bathroom too much, your stools are watery and you have stomach discomfort, you can take advantage of the proven properties of some infusions for diarrhea. We open our selection. Causes … Read more
Hyssopus officinalis is a herbaceous plant native to Europe and the Middle East. Surely, due to its scientific name, it doesn’t sound familiar to you… and perhaps not due to its everyday name either, but you know it without hesitation! Hyssop is used both in alternative medicine for its various health properties and in gastronomy to flavor all … Read more
Nilgiri tea is produced in the Nilgiri Mountains, also known as the Blue Mountains, located in southern India. Yes, you were right: Nilgiri is a “relative” of the famous Assam and Darjeeling teas. The region is characterized by a magical combination of subtropical climate with high altitudes. The result: a black tea with delicate aromas and less astringency than … Read more
Do not be afraid: red tea is a healthy drink, for this reason, natural medicine recommends it to treat all kinds of diseases and discomforts. However, there are contraindications of red tea that can affect certain people in some circumstances. We tell you everything below. The properties of red tea Pu- erh, red tea, comes from the Camellia … Read more
Japan occupies a privileged place among the producing countries of green teas. Surely you have heard of (or have already tried!) Japanese teas such as matcha, sencha or bancha. Today we are talking about a highly appreciated tea in Japan, but less known in the West. This is gyokuro, one of the most exclusive Japanese green teas. Let’s see … Read more
Eucalyptus is a tree of the myrtaceae family, within which there are 700 species. Traditionally, it is used to relieve congestion from colds, but this is not the only benefit it can offer us. Eucalyptus essential oils stand out for their intense aromas and their health properties. It is used as an ingredient in ointments, pills, syrups, candies… Today … Read more
