{"id":629,"date":"2020-10-15T13:15:36","date_gmt":"2020-10-15T18:15:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nicoletelkes.com\/?p=629"},"modified":"2020-10-15T16:57:31","modified_gmt":"2020-10-15T21:57:31","slug":"how-to-brew-tea-like-a-herbalist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nicoletelkes.com\/index.php\/2020\/10\/15\/how-to-brew-tea-like-a-herbalist\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Brew Tea Like a Herbalist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/s3.amazonaws.com\/thinkific\/file_uploads\/268989\/images\/ffd\/976\/219\/1595031156052.jpg?w=1020&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A picture containing table, sitting, small, umbrella  Description automatically generated\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally, the word Tea, referred to a particular plant (<em>Camellia sinensis<\/em>), but is now distinguished by the public as being black, green, or herbal.In general, tea is ingested for pleasure and enjoyment. &nbsp;Did you know that the word \u201cchai\u201d actually means tea?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In herbalism \u201ctea\u201d refers to any number of plants submerged in water, usually in larger doses than commercial tea bags offer. &nbsp;These teas are used therapeutically to help bring the body to better balance. &nbsp;Once you get used to drinking herbal teas, you will never be able to buy boxed teas in little tea bags again! &nbsp;First of all, &nbsp;herbalists generally use a lot more plant material, more often, and we are very particular about the quality. &nbsp;We enjoy being able to see the shapes, smells, and colors of the plants we are choosing to put into our teas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/s3.amazonaws.com\/thinkific\/file_uploads\/268989\/images\/22d\/85a\/8ed\/1595457020820.jpg?w=1020&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A bowl of food on a plate  Description automatically generated\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Basic Directions for Brewing Herbal Teas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Aboveground parts<\/strong>&nbsp;(Leaves and Flowers) 1 heaping tablespoon of herbs per 8-10 oz of. &nbsp;Boil water and pour hot water over tea. Let steep for 20 minutes. Strain and enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Belowground parts<\/strong>&nbsp;(Fruits, Roots, and Barks) 1 teaspoon of herbs per 8-10 oz of water. &nbsp;Simmer for 20 minutes. Strain and enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Teas last about 2 days if preserved in the fridge. &nbsp;You can make bigger batches and heat as desired. &nbsp;There are a variety of ways to make teas, but this one will get you started. &nbsp;The most important thing to do is start to make them regularly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/s3.amazonaws.com\/thinkific\/file_uploads\/268989\/images\/3f7\/958\/02d\/1595457020943.jpg?w=479&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A close up of a coffee cup  Description automatically generated\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Some of the greatest healing in yourself or our world can start with a simple cup of tea.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have fun!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Originally, the word Tea, referred to a particular plant (Camellia sinensis), but is now distinguished by the public as being black, green, or herbal.In general, tea is ingested for pleasure and enjoyment. &nbsp;Did you know that the word \u201cchai\u201d actually means tea? 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