Making your own herb teas

Teas:
These are the simplest products to prepare. You can buy some that's already blended, or do it yourself. One of the great things about teas is that if it's got a flavor you don't like, you can always add other herbs to create one that tastes good to you.

If using roots, bark, or seeds of the plant to make your tea, it will need to steep longer, so you will need to simmer them to get them to release their medicated compounds.

If you are buying herbs in bulk for tea, make sure they are fresh and that you're buying the right part of the plant. If it just says "herb" on it, that means that the product is dried above the ground parts, such as leaves, stems and flowers.

You can get teabags to make your own medicinal teas from most health food stores, or you can find those spoons or tea balls that have a chain on them.

Always store dried tea blends in airtight containers away from heat and light. Keep brewed teas in the refrigerator for no more than 3 days.

Thanks Sonshine