How to Make Mullein Tea

The mullein plant has a number of medicinal properties that make it a soothing tea for coughs, sore throats and asthma-related issues. If you have dried mullein leaves, making an effective tea is a simple task that will provide quick relief. Does this Spark an idea?

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Dried Mullein Leaves
Tea Cup
Boiling Water
Spoon
Steeping Ball

Instructions

How to Make Mullein Tea
- 1
  
  Add 1 tbsp. of dried mullein leaves to the steeping ball.
- 2
  
  Place in coffee cup.
- 3
  
  Pour boiling water into the cup and through the ball to release the properties of the mullein.
- 4
  
  Allow to steep for 10 minutes.
- 5
  
  Remove steeping ball and drink.

Tips & Warnings

Drink mullein tea 3 times a day to help with bronchial issues.

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Exie Oct 05, 2011
granddaughter has asthma, my mother who was 88 suggested Mullein. She used the plant for everything. she planted some in her yard.

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