 Nourishing Herbal Infusions are the mineral-rich bedrock of the Wise Woman Tradition. These delicious, easy-to-make brews are safe for people at all stages of life including children.
If infusions are new for you, look forward to the increased energy, calmer nerves, shinier hair, softer skin, and stronger immune system you'll soon be experiencing. Nourishing Herbal Infusions are most supportive if consumed on a regular basis, and over time you will discover a rhythm that is sustainable for you. Many people make infusions each night by following the directions I have laid out below, as the goal is to drink at least 2 cups (and up to 4) of infusion per day. I make a larger amount of infusion every two nights and find that it keeps in my fridge over that period of time as I drink it. One of my friends, a single mom, decided to only make and drink infusions on the weekends when her son is with his father, as this is currently realistic for her. The important element to note here is the commitment to a regular rhythm, your own unique ritual of self-care. Place 1 oz (28 grams) of dried herb in a quart/litre mason jar. I rotate through Nettle Leaf, Comfrey Leaf, Oatstraw, Linden Flower, and Red Clover, which I purchase organically from Frontier Herbs. It is of utmost important to weight the herb each time on a kitchen scale to ensure that you are getting the full benefits. Every herb in your rotation - and we only work with one herb at a time - requires the same amount, except for Linden, which only requires 0.5 oz (14 grams) of herb. Boil water and then let it cool for a couple of minutes, before pouring over the dried herb, filling your mason jar completely to the top. Stir the infusion herb into water with a chopstick or other utensil and tightly lid your jar. Let the herb brew by allowing it to sit on counter for 4-8 hrs. or overnight. In the morning, strain the herb out with a very fine mesh sieve, and compost or re-brew if it is Linden or Comfrey: To re-brew, place the herb into a small pot, cover with three cups of cold water, bring to a boil, turn off, lid the pot and let sit for 4-8 hrs. Once strained, store your infusion in the fridge and drink within 48hrs. Never mix your herbs, but do a different one every day or two. You can start with just one herb if you wish, getting to know it and feel how it feels in your body. Soon you will notice the minerals affecting your body in wonderful ways! Enjoy. |
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