Monday, 20 June 2016

Greek Mountain Tea - Sideritis

Greek Mountain Tea is a naturally caffeine-free herbal tea infusion made from the dried flowers, leaves and stems of the Sideritis plant. Sideritis flourishes throughout high elevations in the mountains of Greece.

Consumption of Greek Mountain Tea dates back to ancient civilization in Greece, when the Greek philosopher Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, hailed its benefits for the immune and respiratory systems.


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Greek Mountain Tea


Although the Greeks drink their mountain tea as a hot beverage, it also makes an excellent iced tea. 
Greek mountain tea is a pleasure to drink! It has a light floral taste. 


Brewing Greek Mountain Tea is very simple!


Simply add the herbs to water in a small pot, cover and bring to a boil. 
Let it boil for 3-5 minutes.
Then remove the pot from the heat, and let it steep covered for another 3-5 minutes. 
It is excellent with a bit of Raw Honey but you can also enjoy it plain or with fresh lemon slices!


Health Benefits of Sideritis:


- Antibacterial 
- Anti fungal 
- Antimicrobial 
- Antioxidant 
- Analgesic (topical essential oil)
- Edema Care (inflammation-related)
- Fights Colds
- Helps Prevent/Cure Inflammation
- Immune System
- Improves Digestion
- Cholesterol Reducer
- Respiratory Health
- Tonic Characteristics
- Exceptionally high iron content
- Staving off osteoporosis
- New studies show that it may aid in the prevention of breast cancer
- Over 60 components that have proven health benefits


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