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Breadfruit Leaf Tisane by Tea Garden 758

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An infusion of this pre-packaged tisane has a slightly nutty and mild flavour. It packs a very powerful punch and has an overall positive effect on the human body. Packaging is eco-friendly and the tea sachets are made with 100% percent bio-degradable corn fibre material with a high degree of permeability to allow for efficient infusion of the crushed leaves. Benefits of Breadfruit Leaf  Traditionally the leaves of the breadfruit               ( Artocarpus Altilis) tree have been used for the treatment of a wide range of illnesses from kidney disease to skin conditions.  1. Acute renal failure Breadfruit leaves helps to reduce blood creatinine levels which is useful in the treatment of acute kidney disease. Read more here:  http://journal.fk.unpad.ac.id/index.php/amj/article/view/527/639 2. Treatment of Diabetes The proven anti-oxidant (dietary Phenolic compounds) properties of breadfruit leaves makes it very useful in the stabi...
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Roses are not only Red and they make Great Tea

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The flowers from  the rose plant  are not just a delight to look at but they have many other culinary and botanical uses. Rose petal tea has been imbibed for centuries for its presumed medicinal properties. "Rose flowers  also known as the ‘queen of flowers’, are said to have been first cultivated  in China as far back as 5,000 years ago.  The rose according to fossil evidence is 35 million years old ( University of Illinois Extension ). In the Saint Lucian Context, the plant is not only the country's National flower but the elegant blooms have inspired the yearly "La Woz " or La Rose  flower festival held in the month of August. In Traditional Chinese medicine rose petal tea has been used as a possible remedy for the following; Insomnia  Mood swings,  Fatigue,  Stomach issues  Alleviation of menstrual and menopausal symptoms.  According to the online journal  Plants of Saint Lucia  rose petals are used in traditional medi...
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