Immune System Support Herbal Tea Blend

*1 - 2 teaspoons for 6 - 8 oz of hot water.  2 cups daily for no more than 12 days. Improvement can be felt with in 5 - 7 days. 

Drink on the onset of feeling icky. You can also drink this tea for the recommended time frame 3 - 4 times a year to give your immune system a boost.

I recommend starting with 1 tsp. for the first few cups, let your body and palette adjust.

TO PREPARE:

*Take 1 - 2 tsp of the herb blend, you can either use a loose leaf steeper or just put the herbs in a cup. 

*Bring water (I prefer distilled) to just the boiling point, pour in your cup and let brew for at least 10 - 15 minutes. If you don't have a steeper, use a small strainer and pour brewed tea over another cup. 

*Add a little honey for sweetness if desired. 

*You can compost the used herbs or reuse again but the flavor will be weaker. 

You can also make a small batch and keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Anything longer and the potency will fade.

Though herbal teas are used by many, there are situations that may not be safe or suitable. First, always be sure to speak with your doctor or herbalist and let them know what medications/herbs you are taking or might take. 

There are also many herbs said to not be used by pregnant women or with certain medications and are still being used with no contradictions. PLEASE DO YOUR RESEARCH.

Supposable contradictions. (many who have used herbal tea were able to reduce or eliminate medications after seeing blood work results.)

Elderberry: Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take elderberry. If you have an autoimmune disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus, ask your doctor before taking elderberry, as it may stimulate the immune system.

Chamomile: Chamomile may make asthma worse, so people with asthma should not take it. Pregnant women should avoid chamomile because of the risk of miscarriage. If you are allergic to asters, daisies, chrysanthemums, or ragweed, you may also be allergic to chamomile.

Rosehips: Taking rose hip along with medications that also slow blood clotting might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding. Warfarin is used to slow blood clotting. Rose hip contains vitamin C. Large amounts of vitamin C might decrease the effects of warfarin.

Astagalus: Drugs that suppress the immune system: Astragalus may interfere with these drugs. If you have an autoimmune disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus, or take cyclophosphamide, a medication used to reduce the chances of rejection in transplant recipients, or corticosteroids, do not take astragalus.

Echinancea: People with tuberculosis, leukemia, diabetes, connective tissue disorders, multiple sclerosis, HIV or AIDS, any autoimmune diseases, or, possibly, liver disorders should not take echinacea. There is some concern that echinacea may reduce the effectiveness of medications that suppress the immune system.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

These blends are used at the consumers own risk. The Natural Equine tries to provide all the information needed to be sure you, the consumer, chooses the right herb blends. Though I am certified, you, the consumer are responsible for doing your own research. Please consult your doctor, herbalist or naturopath for any questions or concerns. 

Herbs take time to fully work. Drinking herbal teas blends works best if consumed per directions for at least 1 month (unless otherwise specified) to gain the benefits.

I always recommend stopping herbs after the recommended time for a good week or two and see if some of the symptoms you felt have gone away. It's a good time to let the body reset itself and see if somethings may have actually healed. 

You may even be able to lessen the amount of cups per day; from 3 cups to 1 cup.