How to Make an Herbal Tea for Joint Pain
Joint pain can be very severe and interfere with the daily life of those suffering from it. While the cause of joint pain can vary, it is quite often associated with inflammation of the lining of the joints. One of the best herbs for joint pain is dandelion. Not just a weed, this herb can be harvested and brewed into a tea to relieve joint pain and improve overall health
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Making Dandelion Tea For Joint Pain
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Find dandelions that have not been touched by pesticides or other chemicals. These are best found in fields, meadows, on your front lawn or in your back yard. Dandelions by the side of the road will be polluted with fumes. If you do not live near an area where dandelions grow, contact your local florist or plant nursery about special ordering dandelions. For one cup of tea, cut the flower heads off of about 5 flowers. Rinse the flower heads in cool water.
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Place a handful of flower heads (about 5) in a medium size sauce pan. Add enough water for them to float. This will make enough for one to two cups of tea.
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Boil the dandelion heads in water for about 20 minutes.
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Drain the boiled dandelion water and pour into a cup. Throw the flower heads away, as all of the nutrients have been steeped into the tea. Add stevia for sweetening and lemon for flavor. You now have an herbal tea that will help relieve your joint pain.
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Tips & Warnings
If you go through a florist for dandelions, be sure to specify that you want plants that have not been treated with pesticides. If you have access to dandelions, only cut enough flower heads for what you need to keep them fresh. If you make more tea than you can drink at once, store it in the refrigerator for later use. Dandelion tea can be made from dandelion roots, as well as the flower heads.
If you are on any medications, consult with your physician or an herbalist before consuming dandelion tea, as it can interact with your medication.
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