Heather

The flowers of most Heather species are attractive and widely cultivated as annual or perennial ornamental plants but it is a powerful herb. Often used to make medicine.

Health benefits: Scientific research reveals the antioxidant and anti-rheumatic effects of Heather. In folk medicine, it is used as an antiseptic and antibacterial agent. In addition, it can be used as a diuretic and expectorant substance. Heather leaves are a rich source of triterpenoids that have healing properties - anti-inflammatory.

Heather in combination with other plants is used for menstrual and menopausal ailments, as well as to improve blood circulation. It is very effective to use Heather while bathing when using a highly concentrated infusion. This helps to strengthen connective tissue and relax muscles in chronic diseases, e.g. rheumatism and gout. The cup of Heather tea has a calming effect, reduces nervous tension which helps with physical and mental exhaustion, depression, insomnia, and irritability.

The flowers of most Heather species are attractive and widely cultivated as annual or perennial ornamental plants but sweet violet is a powerful herb. Often used to make medicine.

Health benefits: Scientific research reveals the antioxidant and anti-rheumatic effects of heather. In folk medicine, it is used as an antiseptic and antibacterial agent. In addition, it can be used as a diuretic and expectorant substance. Heather in combination with other plants is used for menstrual and menopausal ailments, as well as to improve blood circulation. It is very effective to use Heather while bathing when using a highly concentrated infusion. This helps to strengthen connective tissue and relax muscles in chronic diseases, e.g. rheumatism and gout. The cup of Heather tea has a calming effect, reduces nervous tension which helps with physical and mental exhaustion, depression, insomnia, and irritability.

Other use: The Heather petals can be used in the bath as soap and often used for their decorative element in crafts such as candles, paper making, and potpourri. It is also popular in the beauty industry.

How to prepare Heather infusion?

Put 1 tablespoon of Heather flowers into 500 ml of boiling water, set it aside for 10 minutes undercover. We also recommend adding Heather to other teas: black, green or red. It will certainly bring out unique flavor compositions.