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Cyclades, Greece

The beverage from hyssop leaves and blossoms has expectorant, sweating and calming properties, traditionally it is used for its antispasmodic action. In the ancient times it was used as a natural antiseptic.

It is considered highly effective for treating common cold, nasal discharge, and fever. It can have a soothing impact in cases of bronchitis, cough and asthma and is used as a neurotonic, calming agent for treating neuralgia. It also has beneficial properties in conditions of the digestive system such as dyspepsia and flatulence.

Directions : For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

In cooking it can be used in small quantities in order to add a distinctive taste in dishes and desserts. It can be used also for flavoring various liqueurs.

The chemical substances in Echinacea enhance the immune system, and have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial action. The beverage from Echinacea blossoms traditionally has been used for boosting the immune system and decreasing significantly the duration of flu and common cold symptoms (soar throat, cough, nasal discharge and fever)

In Germany, the over-ground parts of the plant have been officially declared as treatment means against cold, upper respiratory and urinary tract infections, and open wounds.

Directions : For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

Beverage with a distinctive lemon scent. It has diuretic properties and enhances the expelling of excessive fluids resulting in the reduction of cellulite and detoxication of the body. It boosts metabolism and has impact in burning fat.

Traditionally it has been used for treating digestive disorders such as dyspepsia, flatulence, neuralgia, stomach and bowel colics.

It has been used for its impact against fever, as a calming for the nervous system enabling thus calm sleep. It has beneficial action when used as a compress for migraines and nerve pains.

Directions : For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

In cooking it flavors salads, sauces and desserts. Can be combined with cold lemonade and can be used in many cocktails.

Herb with a distinctive lemon scent. Beverage from lemon balm leaves has been traditionally used for its calming properties, for soothing sleeplessness and mild stress.

It is used also for its anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant impact, as well as a booster of the circulatory system and the heart.

It is considered to sooth various conditions of the digestive system. Various studies show that it enhances mental clarity and memory and loosens the muscles.

Directions : For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

In cooking gives fragrance and flavor to sauces and salads, cocktails and ice creams. It can be combined with cold lemonade.

Herb with very intense scent. Traditionally beverage from lavender blossoms has been used for reducing stress and hypertension. It is considered to have calming properties and therefore can be used in cases of sleeplessness, melancholy and mild depression.

Herbalists consider lavender to be suitable for curing migraines. Due to its antibacterial and antiseptic effects it can be used for curing small wounds, cuts and skin irritations. It is also used in cases of respiratory infections such as cough, asthma, and bronchitis.

Directions : For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

In cooking it gives aroma and taste to sauces, salads, ice creams and cocktails.

Beverage with a distinctive lemon scent. It has diuretic properties and enhances the expelling of excessive fluids resulting in the reduction of cellulite and detoxication of the body. It boosts metabolism and has impact in burning fat.

Traditionally it has been used for treating digestive disorders such as dyspepsia, flatulence, neuralgia, stomach and bowel colics.

It has been used for its impact against fever, as a calming for the nervous system enabling thus calm sleep. It has beneficial action when used as a compress for migraines and nerve pains.

Directions : For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

In cooking it flavors salads, sauces and desserts. Can be combined with cold lemonade and can be used in many cocktails.

Herb with a distinctive mint scent. The beverage from pennyroyal leaves and blossoms is considered to have expectorant, antiasthmatic action and is indicated for cleansing the lungs of smokers. Menthol, one of its main substances, eases muscle spasms all over the body.

It is considered to enhance digestion and treat gastrointestinal disorders, and is also used as an antiemetic. Pennyroyal has been used occasionally for soothing pain in joints and rheumatic pains. It has also heart boosting and diuretic properties and remarkable antioxidant action.

Problems with migraines, headaches, vertigo and neurological disorders have also been observed to decrease in severity by consuming pennyroyal and its excipients.

Directions : For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

In cooking it gives aroma and taste to sauces, salads, cocktails and ice creams.

Herb with very intense scent. Traditionally beverage from lavender blossoms has been used for reducing stress and hypertension. It is considered to have calming properties and therefore can be used in cases of sleeplessness, melancholy and mild depression.

Herbalists consider lavender to be suitable for curing migraines. Due to its antibacterial and antiseptic effects it can be used for curing small wounds, cuts and skin irritations. It is also used in cases of respiratory infections such as cough, asthma, and bronchitis.

Directions : For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

In cooking it gives aroma and taste to sauces, salads, ice creams and cocktails.

The leaves of rosemary are used as seasoning in many foods. It is recognized for its antioxidant action, it protects and enhances the immune system, boosts the heart and stimulates blood circulation.

It is considered very helpful for soothing conditions of weakness, fatigue, burn out, depression, sleeplessness and anxiety, boosts the memory, the nervous system as well as concentration.

It can be used as an expectorant as it sooths cough in cases of asthma, bronchitis and flu. In recent studies it was shown that rosemary can lower glucose and cholesterol levels in blood having thus great impact in controlling body weight.

Directions : In cooking is used as a seasoning to flavor meats, fish, poultry, seafood, sauces and vegetables. It gives distinct aroma and flavour to omelets and soups.

For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

Traditionally, Sage has been used for treating traumas and inflammations of the oral cavity, for treating indigestion and other disorders of digestive system and excessive sweating.

Its use is known for its healing, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory action, and for relieving from rheumatic pains and neuralgia.

It is considered to stop cough, soothe symptoms of bronchitis and asthma, to boost blood circulation and the memory.

Directions : In cooking is used as a seasoning to flavor meats, poultry and fish. It gives special aroma and taste to fresh salads, sauces and boiled vegetables.

For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

Herb with very intense scent. Traditionally beverage from lavender blossoms has been used for reducing stress and hypertension. It is considered to have calming properties and therefore can be used in cases of sleeplessness, melancholy and mild depression.

Herbalists consider lavender to be suitable for curing migraines. Due to its antibacterial and antiseptic effects it can be used for curing small wounds, cuts and skin irritations. It is also used in cases of respiratory infections such as cough, asthma, and bronchitis.

Directions: For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

In cooking it gives aroma and taste to sauces, salads, ice creams and cocktails.

The leaves and blossoms of thyme with the strong, mildly spicy rich flavour are used as a spice for scenting various foods. The two basic essential oils contained in thyme, thymol and carvacrol, give thyme special antibacterial, antifungal and antiseptic properties.

Traditionally it has been used as antispasmodic in cough, as an expectorant and for curing upper respiratory infections. It is considered to be a booster for the immune system and can be used for prolepsis of infections. It is a strong antiseptic for the gastrointestinal and urinal system.

Directions : In cooking is used as a seasoning to flavor meats, fish, sauces and cheeses. It can also be used on vegetables, salads and pasta, in marinades and to flavor oil.

For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

The beverage from hyssop leaves and blossoms has expectorant, sweating and calming properties, traditionally it is used for its antispasmodic action. In the ancient times it was used as a natural antiseptic.

It is considered highly effective for treating common cold, nasal discharge, and fever. It can have a soothing impact in cases of bronchitis, cough and asthma and is used as a neurotonic, calming agent for treating neuralgia. It also has beneficial properties in conditions of the digestive system such as dyspepsia and flatulence.

Directions: For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.

In cooking it can be used in small quantities in order to add a distinctive taste in dishes and desserts. It can be used also for flavoring various liqueurs.

Oregano is perhaps the most basic ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine. It is known for the distinctive scent and taste in food nevertheless it has many therapeutical properties too.

Traditionally, it is used for problems of the gastrointestinal system and is considered to have antidiarrheal, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial action. It is used for healing inflammations of the mouth and tonsils.  Modern studies have shown that oregano has strong antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant and anticancer action. It contains lots of antioxidants that protect cell from damages, slow their decay and the process of ageing.

Directions : In cooking is used as a seasoning to flavor meats, fish, poultry and olives. Used in many fresh salads and especially in those who have tomato as their main ingredient.

For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.