There are many joys to sing about in this life, there are many causes to speak up for, words to be shouted for justice, for peace, to protect, to warn, to enlighten and to love. The spoken word is a mighty tool when used correctly, it can bring light to darkness and darkness to its knees. The human voice has much work to do in one short period on earth, it needs to be nurtured and restored to its full capability. Many illnesses, dietary errors and environmental factors can contribute to soreness, hoarseness, loss of tone and clarity, and vocal pain or tenderness. When ones voice is dulled it can be a dramatic challenge to the individual.
Natural herbal remedies have skillfully been used extensively over centuries to strengthen the voice, throat and vocal chords. Soothing inflammation, coating the membranes and nourishing the tissues. The healthy effects create a more resilient environment to deal with the harshness of internal antigens and bacteria that can biuld up in the mouth and throat.
My tasty tea has some of the most powerful ratio blends of herbs to help in the healing of your throat.
Liquorice (Licorice) Glycyrrhizic acid makes liquorice so sweet, it also adds those magnificent medicinal properties that amaze us all. When broken down by the stomach, glycrrhizic acid yields some powerful anti-inflammatory and anti arthritic properties that acts very similar to hydrocortisone and corticosteroids in the body. Liquorice is a complex herb, working with a combination of constitutes including mucilaginous material that makes it the idea formula for soothing any inflamed and irritated tissues, along with phytohormones that aid human hormones and by providing building blocks for the endocrine system. Liquorice mounts up to also play a role in decreasing infections and out breaks of viral driven disease with its naturally high level of antiviral agents. The first choice for singers and throat injury patients.
Marshmallow. Coating properties of Marshmallow leaves for reducing irritation are used by herbalists as poultice to treat inflamed areas. Herbalists use Marshmallow leaf for perianal inflammation caused by severe diarrhea(when taken orally). Use of Althaeaofficinalis or marshmallow leaf for pain relief and to enhance healing process is recommended by herbalists. Marshmallow (Althaea) leaves for cough and sore throat is a useful remedy. Calming effect of Marshmallow leaf on body can be experienced by smoking and drinking. Marshmallow leaves as supplement for respiratory ailments are recommended because it may help the body expel excess fluid and mucus.(helps in expelling Phlegm from Respiratory Tract). Althaea (Marshmallow) leaf for bladder infection is used in traditional medicine. Marshmallow leaf (Althea Officinalis) for medicine and leaf salad which has been used to help to relieve digestive disorders in european and asiancounteries, is favored by herbalists. Use of Marshmallow Leaf in kidney problems and fluid retention is practiced traditionally.
Slippery elm (Ulmus fulva) has been used as an herbal remedy in North America for centuries. Native Americans used slippery elm in healing salves for wounds, boils, ulcers, burns, and skin inflammation. It was also taken orally to relieve coughs, sore throats, diarrhea, and stomach problems.
Slippery elm contains mucilage, a substance that becomes a slick gel when mixed with water. It coats and soothes the mouth, throat, stomach, and intestines. It also contains antioxidants that help relieve inflammatory bowel conditions. Slippery elm causes reflux stimulation of nerve endings in the gastrointestinal tract leading to increased mucus secretion. The increased mucus production may protect the gastrointestinal tract against ulcers and excess acidity.
Wild Cherry Bark. Commonly used for irritating cough from bronchitis, croup, asthma and whooping cough. The bitter principle (tannins) may help aid with digestion.Anti-spasmodic;Sedative;Anti-tussive;Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ( COPD ),Expectorant;Astringent;Nervine,Supports lung and respiratory function,Antispasmodic, Antitussive, Astringent, Bitter Tonic, Carminative, Expectorant, Sedative, Stomach Tonic
The remainder of the ingredients have anti-bacterial, cooling, cleansing,and circulatory benefits as well as adding taste and flavour.
