Louisa: Greek Lemon Verbena Herbal Tea |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Therapeutic uses: Louisa is believed to have a stimulative effect on the digestive tract; thus, the belief that it aids in slimming. It is also used to aid in digestion, and is believed to have a calming effect on the nerves. At the market: Louisa is sold under several names, the most common being lemon verbena. It can be found as a prepared tea (bags), as loose tea, and as dried leaves. Ingredients:
1/2 ounce of dried lemon verbena leaf |
1 quart boiling water |
Directions:
1. Put the leaves in a teapot, pour in the boiling water, and steep for 10 minutes.
2. Strain and drink (with honey, sugar, or plain).
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