This recipe was given to my wife by a friend who also has two children. It helped them when they had a fever of 39–40°C. It has helped my children as well, and even us adults.
To make this tea blend, you need one small teaspoon of each dried and crushed ingredient(one small teaspoon for the herbs to cover the bottom of the cup) :
Mullein leaves
White or black marshmallow root or leaves
Elderflower
Fennel fruit
Lemon balm leaves
Plantain leaves
Thyme needles (completely crushed)
The easiest part is heating the water (I used a kettlewith one liter ) and pouring boiling water over the mixture. Let it steep for no more than about 15 minutes so the taste doesn’t change, then strain it using a sieve. Sweeten with honey using a wooden spoon, if desired, because metal spoons absorb the beneficial properties of honey. A common mistake is adding honey to boiling tea.
Below, I will briefly explain the benefits of each herb listed above:
Mullein – helps with coughing caused by viruses
White and black marshmallow – also help with coughing
Elderflower – rich in vitamins and minerals, helps with inflammation, clears the respiratory system, thins mucus in congested airways, aids digestion, and boosts appetite
Lemon balm – helps with insomnia, nervousness, and promotes calmness
Thyme – a natural antiseptic that soothes strong coughs, prevents the spread of infection, and has anti-inflammatory effects
This combination of herbs cannot do any harm. I named it “Health on a Plate”, and to make it easier to recognize, I photographed and sorted the ingredients like this:
This tea is not a medical treatment, but a traditional herbal support we personally use during seasonal discomfort.
Thank you for reading the blog. If you’re already here, you’re in the right place to experience the benefits of what nature has to offer. Cheers, and to your health!