The modern world has discovered the many benefits of Green Tea. For centuries, this lightly processed "gift from mother earth" has been the esteemed drink of emperors. Sir Jason Winters calls this superior blend of green tea "Chao Phrya Tea," named after the mighty river upon which the tea barges always sailed. Chao Phrya means "the river of the kings," and villagers in the river valley say their special Green Tea is "as emerald as the mountains rising in early morning mist.

Pau D’Arco (Tabebuia impetiginosa) is a hardy, deciduous tree that is able to withstand severe winds and weather. Pau D’Arco trees are found extensively throughout South America, Central America, Mexico and the Bahamas where it is frequently known as "Taheebo." The herb is harvested by peeling the bark from the tree in vertical strips from the ground up to the height of a man. Only the inner bark is used for beneficial purposes and must be carefully separated from the outer bark. Its purple inner bark was used by the Incas who referred to it as "The Divine Tree." It has enjoyed renewed interest throughout the western world for its beneficial properties.

Rose Hips (Rosa canina), the fruit of the rose after the flower has bloomed and the petals have fallen, are native to Europe and North America. Rose Hips were once referred to as “Food of the Gods” by the ancient Greeks and used for their varied health benefits. During World War II, when faced with a serious shortage of fresh fruits, the governments of England, Sweden and Norway began looking to botanicals. They discovered that Rose Hips were an excellent food source. Because of their abundance, they were used in teas, soups, purees, etc. Rose Hips are still used today as a favorite nutritious food, often brewed into a delicate, fruity tea.

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Green Tea Barley Essence is the combination of Green Magma and a natural green tea flavor resulting in a delicious, energizing drink powder made from the juice of organically-grown young barley grass containing vitamins, minerals, amino acids, protein, antioxidants, active enzymes, chlorophyll and other important phytonutrients.

A member of the carrot family, Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a native of Italy and one of the most ancient of cultivated plants. The Roman colonization of Italy spread the early use of the plant, especially for culinary purposes. Used as a flavoring for salt-water fish, it was also used to whiten, tenderize and deodorize the meat. The odor of Fennel seed is fragrant and the taste is warm, sweet and agreeable. Similar in taste to Dill and Anise, Fennel may be substituted for them in recipes for interesting effects. The shoots and stalks can also be eaten raw like celery. In addition to Fennel's culinary uses, it adds a sharp scent to potpourris, sachets, perfumes and soaps. Fennel is often used with other herbs for its soothing effect.

The practice of drinking Green Tea (Camellia sinensis) was brought to Japan by monks returning from their studies at the great Zen monasteries of 12th century China. For them, tea functioned as an aid to meditation, as a health aid, and as a tool to propagate Zen. As the years went by, tea and the reason for drinking it changed, but it never went out of fashion. Today, Green Tea is one of the three major non-alcoholic beverages in the world. Green Tea is a typical non-fermented tea that is enjoyed by many and is immensely popular in Japan. It is utilized as both a daily beverage and as a healthful drink. Green Tea contains a rich natural source of polyphenols and bioflavonoids. Recent studies have identified the valuable active constituents of Green Tea and continue to review its historical uses. Antioxidant Rich Blend Western View: By adding citrus peel extract, rosehip and acerola to this blended tea, it becomes a potent health-promoting antioxidant beverage. Green Tea delivers bioflavonoids and polyphenols, while citrus peel extract provides other synergistic bioflavonoids and citrus terpenes (d-limonene). Plus, the added rosehip and acerola extracts are rich sources of natural vitamin C. Each tea bag provides 100% of the U.S. RDA of vitamin C. Oriental View: The Chinese believe that Green Tea is cooling (Yin) by nature. The extracts and flavors that have been added have a warming (Yang) nature. Together, the blend harmonizes the Yin and Yang and brings about the balance of Western and Oriental traditions.

Used as a remedy by the Plains Indians more than any other plant, Echinacea is a perennial plant native to the United States. As early American settlers moved west in the 1800’s, they discovered Native Americans used Echinacea for a variety of both internal and external health benefits. Also known as the purple coneflower, Echinacea has delicate, daisy-like pastel petals and narrow leaves. The name Echinacea is derived from the Greek “echinos” meaning sea urchin or hedgehog in reference to it’s sharp spiny projections on the cone shaped seed heads. To this day, herbalists continue to grow and use Echinacea for its beneficial properties.

This herbal antioxidant is more powerful than vitamin E in protecting cells from free-radical damage. The National Long standing problems Institute and the National Institutes of Health have studied green tea's advantages. Although green tea is better known as a beverage, it doesn't offer the level of powerful antioxidant compounds available in a standardized supplement. Standardization ensures a consistent dosage every time.

The practice of drinking Green Tea (Camellia sinensis) was brought to Japan by monks returning from their studies at the great Zen monasteries of 12th century China. For then, tea functioned as an aid to meditation, as a health aid, and as a tool to propagate Zen. As the years went by, tea and the reason for drinking it changed, but it never went out of fashion. Today, Green Tea is one of the three major non-alcoholic beverages in the world. Green Tea is a typical non-fermented tea that is enjoyed by many and is immensely popular in Japan. It is utilized as both a daily beverage and as a healthful drink. Green Tea contains a rich natural source of polyphenols and bioflavonoids. Recent studies have identified the valuable active constituents of Green Tea and continue to review its historical uses.

Imagine yourself in a time long ago when kings and queens indulged their senses with the aromas and flavors of spices from the four corners of their empires. The great pharaohs of ancient Egypt treasured the magical licorice root for its natural sweetness, rich flavor and healthful properties. Organic Licorice Root, Organic Cinnamon Bark, Organic Orange Peel and a blend of other fabulous herbs make this tea a full-bodied, satisfying delight. Treat yourself like royalty with a cup of this very special tea. Enjoy Organic Egyptian Licorice Tea with a book, after dinner, or whenever you are in the mood for something regal.

Source Naturals Green Tea Extract offers a convenient way to get the benefits of green tea in a highly concentrated form. This extract is standardized for bioflavonoid-like antioxidants known as polyphenols, particularly (-)-Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG).

Parsley (petroselinum crispum) is best known as a plate garnish that is not used only for decorative purposes, but also works as an after-dinner breath mint to reduce mouth odor. This is due to Chlorophyll, abundant in fresh parsley, which does indeed absorb odors. Parsley is also a good source of iron and trace elements needed for good health. Parsley is one of the oldest and longest used herbs known to man. It was described in a Greek herbal written in the third century B.C. and is probably a native of the eastern Mediterranean area, though its exact origin is not known. In ancient Greece, Parsley was placed in wreaths given to winning athletes because the Greeks believed that the god Hercules had chosen Parsley for his garlands. Today, in addition to a garnish, Parsley is used extensively in food preparation to enhance the flavor of meats, fish, fowl, eggs, and vegetables. Natural Herb Teas that are Good for You and the Environment.

Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is a perennial herb indigenous to Greece, Italy, SDiscomfort, Syria, Iraq and southern China. The root penetrates deeply into the ground and is the part of the herb that contains an abundance of valuable properties. The word Licorice comes from the Greek glykys (sweet) and rhiza (root), meaning sweet root. The root yields a substance known as glycyrrhizin or glycyrrhizic acid which is 50 times as sweet as sugar cane. The use of Licorice dates back to ancient times. Archaeologists found great quantities of Licorice stored among the fabulous jewelry and art treasures in the 3000-year-old tomb of King Tut. This was done to enable the departed spirit to prepare a sweet drink called mai sus in the next world. It is still a favorite beverage among the Egyptians today.