Tranquility Tea

Your Tranquility Tea Blend, with Chamomile, Holy Basil, Lemon Balm, and Peppermint, is a wonderful combination designed for calm and well-being. 

• Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla / Chamaemelum nobile)

  • Promotes relaxation and aids sleep.

  • Helps reduce anxiety and mild depression.

  • Eases indigestion, gas, bloating, and mild stomach upset.

  • Reduces inflammation.

• Holy Basil (Tulsi - Ocimum sanctum/tenuiflorum)

  • Helps the body adapt to stress (adaptogen).

  • Reduces anxiety and improves mood.

  • Supports cognitive function.

  • Supports a healthy immune response.

  • Provides anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.

• Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

  • Reduces anxiety, nervousness, and promotes a sense of calm.

  • Helps improve sleep quality and ease restlessness.

  • Alleviates nervous indigestion, gas, and bloating.

  • Traditionally used against cold sores (antiviral properties).

• Peppermint Leaf (Mentha piperita)

  • Relieves gas, bloating, indigestion, and nausea.

  • Acts as an antispasmodic for digestive comfort.

  • Provides a refreshing and uplifting sensation.

  • May help alleviate tension headaches.

Potential Replacements or Complementary Additions:

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

• Calming and reduces anxiety.

  • Aids sleep.

  • Adds a pleasant floral aroma.

• Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera - Root)

  • Powerful adaptogen for stress reduction and improved resilience.

  • Supports adrenal health.

• Spearmint Leaf (Mentha spicata)

  • Milder mint flavor, gentle on digestion.

  • Helps with mild digestive upset.

• Ginger Root (Zingiber officinale)

  • Warming, excellent for nausea, indigestion, and gas.

  • Provides anti-inflammatory benefits.

  • Improves circulation.

• Fennel Seed (Foeniculum vulgare)

  • Highly effective at reducing gas and bloating.

  • Acts as an antispasmodic for digestive cramps.

  • Promotes healthy digestion.

• Marshmallow Root (Althaea officinalis)

  • Forms a protective and soothing layer over irritated mucous membranes.

  • Excellent for calming heartburn, acid reflux, and general digestive irritation.

  • Demulcent properties soothe dry, irritated tissues.

Steep approximately 1-2 teaspoons of tea per 8 oz. of water for 5-7 minutes. May add lemon or honey to sweeten.

Do not take if pregnant or nursing. Consult with a healthcare practitioner before taking any supplements.

 

It's vital to be aware of the potential contraindications and warnings for each herb, especially when combining them in a blend. Always advise consulting a healthcare professional before using herbal products, particularly if someone has underlying health conditions, is pregnant or breastfeeding, or is taking medications.

 

• Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla / Chamaemelum nobile)

  • Allergies: Avoid if allergic to ragweed, daisies, chrysanthemums, or other plants in the Asteraceae/Compositae family.

  • Blood Thinners: May increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant medications (e.g., warfarin).

  • Sedation: Can cause drowsiness, especially when combined with other sedatives or alcohol.

  • Pregnancy: While generally considered safe in tea amounts, high doses are sometimes cautioned against due to very rare reports of uterine stimulation. Consult a doctor.

• Holy Basil (Tulsi - Ocimum sanctum/tenuiflorum)

  • Blood Sugar: May lower blood sugar; use with caution if on diabetes medication and monitor glucose closely.

  • Blood Thinners: May slow blood clotting; use with caution if on anticoagulant medications or before surgery (discontinue 2 weeks prior).

  • Fertility: Some studies suggest potential anti-fertility effects in men; effects on female fertility are less clear but warrant caution.

  • Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Limited safety data; generally advised to avoid or use under medical supervision.

• Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

  • Thyroid Medication: May inhibit thyroid hormone activity; use with caution or avoid if on thyroid medication.

  • Sedation: Can increase drowsiness when taken with other sedatives.

  • Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Generally considered safe in moderate amounts, but always consult a healthcare provider.

• Peppermint Leaf (Mentha piperita)

  • GERD/Acid Reflux: May worsen symptoms in individuals with severe gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or hiatal hernia by relaxing the lower esophageal sphincter.

  • Gallstones/Gallbladder Disorders: Use with caution, as it may stimulate bile flow.

  • Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Little is known about its safety in medicinal amounts. Menthol can cause breathing problems in infants, so avoid using peppermint oil on or around them.

  • Drug Interactions: May interact with antibiotics, antifungals, anti-seizure medications, and certain blood pressure medications.

 

Contraindications for Suggested Additions:

• Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

  • Sedation: Can increase drowsiness when combined with other sedatives.

  • Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Generally considered safe in culinary amounts, but consult a healthcare provider for medicinal doses.

• Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera - Root)

  • Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Contraindicated during pregnancy due to potential abortifacient effects. Avoid during breastfeeding due to insufficient safety data.

  • Thyroid Conditions: May increase thyroid hormone levels. Use with caution or avoid if you have hyperthyroidism or are on thyroid medication.

  • Autoimmune Diseases: May stimulate the immune system, potentially worsening autoimmune conditions (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Hashimoto's) as it may stimulate the immune system.

  • Sedation: Can increase drowsiness when combined with sedatives.

• Spearmint Leaf (Mentha spicata)

  • GERD/Acid Reflux: While generally milder than peppermint, large doses might still relax the lower esophageal sphincter in very sensitive individuals.

  • Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Generally considered safe in culinary amounts; medicinal doses warrant consultation with a healthcare provider.

• Ginger Root (Zingiber officinale)

  • Blood Thinners: High doses may slow blood clotting; use with caution if on anticoagulant medications or before surgery (discontinue 2 weeks prior).

  • Gallstones: May increase bile flow; use with caution if you have gallstones.

  • Pregnancy: While often used for morning sickness, very high doses are sometimes cautioned against due to very rare concerns about uterine stimulation. Consult a doctor.

• Fennel Seed (Foeniculum vulgare)

  • Hormone-Sensitive Conditions: May act like estrogen; avoid if you have hormone-sensitive conditions like breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, endometriosis, or uterine fibroids.

  • Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Possibly unsafe during pregnancy (linked to preterm birth in some reports) and breastfeeding (reports of nervous system damage in infants exposed via breastmilk). Best to avoid.

  • Allergies: Avoid if allergic to celery, carrot, or mugwort.

  • Blood Thinners: May slow blood clotting; use with caution if on blood thinners or before surgery.

  • Sun Sensitivity: Can make skin more sensitive to the sun (photosensitivity).

• Marshmallow Root (Althaea officinalis)

  • Drug Absorption: The high mucilage content can significantly slow down or reduce the absorption of orally administered medications. It's generally recommended to take marshmallow root at least 1-2 hours AFTER other oral medications.

  • Diabetes: May affect blood sugar levels; monitor blood sugar closely if you have diabetes and are on medication.

  • Bleeding Disorders/Surgery: Might slow blood clotting; stop use at least 2 weeks before scheduled surgery.

  • Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Insufficient reliable information; best to avoid or use under medical guidance.

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