Tea Blend

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  Use fresh herbs or herbs previously grounded into tea form.mortar and pestle with fresh herbs image by Brett Mulcahy from Fotolia.com
  
  In a large pot, add a half gallon of distilled water, fresh peeled ginger root and peppermint leaves, or dandelion root and licorice. You may also choose two other herbs/botanicals or roots from the list. Cherries and strawberries are a nice blend, as are lavender and sweet clover. Bring the two herbs to a medium boil for approximately 15 minutes.
  
  
• 2). Remove from heat and let tea sit for another 15 minutes or longer, depending on desired strength. Strain cooled tea into a clean mason jar with lid.
  
  
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  Pour cooled tea into a mason jar and store in a cool spot.jar and cadles image by Katerina Zvereva from Fotolia.com
  
  Add honey to taste or sweeten later. Tea will be slightly bitter without the honey. Freshly squeezed lemon juice also enhances the taste if desired.
  
  
• 4). Drink eight oz. of tea daily, preferably in the morning, or as often as your medical physican suggests. Seek medical advice prior to consuming the coumarin tea if you are currently taking a prescribed anti-coagulant, as too much coumarin or Coumadin can cause fatal bleeding.
  
  
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  Use left-over herb mixture for a facial scrub.getting a facial image by Kelly Kane from Fotolia.com
  
  The remaining herb residue may be used as a facial scrub and mask. Add two tbsp. of honey and two tsp. of baking soda to the used herbs. Mix in food processor. Pour mixture into a jar or container and store in the refrigerator. The mixture should have a grainy and sticky texture.