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Herbal Teas That Calm, Soothe, and Fight Colds — Plus One Immune Supplement to Know

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When winter brings frost and snow, there’s nothing better than a hot cup of tea to warm you up. Add a few medicinal herbs and that tea can also support your health. Below is a list of common medicinal herbs you can find at most pharmacies, plus one immune-modulating supplement that is also available at pharmacies. This immune modulator is described as safe and is recommended even for infants and pregnant or nursing mothers. It is a concentrate of peptide compounds that helps regulate immune processes.

Peppermint
Peppermint tea helps relieve nervous tension, soothes stomach upset and gas, and eases nausea and vomiting.

Lemon Balm
Lemon balm can reduce anxiety and calm agitation. Tea brewed with lemon balm may help lower blood pressure, reduce nervousness, and can aid mild depression.

Chamomile
Chamomile is a classic calming remedy. Its oils help relieve abdominal muscle tension, so drinking three cups of chamomile tea a day can help with colitis, indigestion, and soothe the intestines.

Rosemary
Rosemary can help headaches linked to stress. It can dilate blood vessels and relieve spasms.

Passionflower
Passionflower tea is recommended for insomnia and can help if you’re having trouble sleeping.

Sage
Sage tea promotes relaxation and can support a good night’s sleep. It can also help reduce night sweats.

Thyme
Thyme helps with coughs, colds, and bronchitis by easing bronchial spasms.

How to Properly Brew Tea with Medicinal Herbs
– Boil water
– Chop the flowers, herbs, and leaves and put them in a dry teapot
– Pour boiling water over the herbs and steep for at least 10 minutes with the teapot tightly closed.

 Some manufacturers claim a single dietary supplement can help prevent illnesses by strengthening the immune system. It restores immune system functions and contains vitamins A, B-complex, C, D, and E.