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Every HerbSip remedy, newest first. Each one has a clear recipe, an honest look at the evidence and safety notes.
Honey & Lemon Throat Soother
A warm cup of honey and lemon is one of the oldest comforts for a scratchy throat or a nagging cough. Here is how to make it, and what to expect from it.
Greek Mountain Tea (Sideritis): A Herb Guide
Picked on high, sunny slopes and brewed in kitchens across Greece and Cyprus, mountain tea is a gentle, earthy cup with a long tradition and a small but growing body of research.
Chamomile Tea Before Bed
A warm, caffeine-free cup of chamomile is a gentle way to signal the end of the day. Here is how to brew it and what the research does and does not show.
Fresh Ginger Tea for Mild Nausea
Sliced fresh ginger steeped in hot water makes a warming, peppery tea that many people sip when their stomach feels unsettled.
Lemon Verbena Tea (Louiza): How to Brew It
A bright, lemony leaf tea that many families in Cyprus and Greece drink after dinner. Here is how to brew it gently and what is actually known about it.
Peppermint Tea After Heavy Meals
A cup of peppermint tea is a classic after-dinner ritual. It is refreshing and caffeine-free, but if you get heartburn it may not be the right choice for you.
Thyme Tea with Honey for Coughs
Thyme has a long tradition as a tea for chesty coughs that come with a cold. Stirred with a little honey, it makes a fragrant, warming cup.
Turmeric Golden Milk with Black Pepper
A cozy, spiced milk drink with a sunny color. Here is how to make it, and a clear-eyed look at the turmeric hype.
Fennel Seed Tea for Occasional Bloating
A sweet, aniseed-scented tea with a long history as an after-meal comfort. Here is how to make it and use it sensibly.
Colloidal Oatmeal Bath for Itchy, Dry Skin
Finely ground oats turn bath water soft and milky, and dermatologists suggest it for dry, itchy skin. Here is how to make one at home and get the most from it.
Lemon Balm Tea for a Calmer Evening
A gentle, lemony cup that has long been used to take the edge off a busy day. Here is how to brew it, and what is and is not known about it.
Hibiscus Iced Tea: Recipe and Blood Pressure Facts
Bright, tart and deeply red, hibiscus makes a refreshing iced tea. Here is the recipe and what the blood pressure research really says.
Sage and Salt Water Gargle
Sage has a long tradition as a mouth and throat rinse. Combined with the familiar salt water gargle, it makes a simple, fragrant option for a scratchy throat.
Infusion vs Decoction: How to Brew Herbal Tea
Delicate leaves and flowers like a gentle steep, while roots and bark often need a simmer. Here is how to tell which method to use, with clear times and temperatures.
Ginger, Lemon and Honey Tea for Colds
A warm, spicy mug that may soothe a scratchy throat while a cold runs its course. Here is how to make it, what the research says, and who should be careful.
Rooibos Tea: Caffeine Facts and How to Brew It
A smooth, naturally sweet red tea from South Africa that suits any time of day. Here is how to brew it well and what to know first.
Linden Blossom Tea: A European Evening Classic
Honey-scented linden flowers have been brewed across Europe for centuries to settle the nerves and ease a cold. Here is how to make a cup and what science can and cannot say.
Homemade Elderberry Syrup (Cooked Berries Only)
A simple simmered syrup made from ripe black elderberries. Cooking is not optional here: it is the step that makes the berries safe to use.
Aloe Vera Gel for Minor Sunburn
Cool, clear aloe gel is a favorite after too much sun. Here is how to use it on mild sunburn, and how to tell when a burn needs more than home care.
Cardamom Tea After Meals
A fragrant, caffeine-free cup that many cultures enjoy after a meal. Here is how to make it and what science can and cannot say about it.
Moroccan-Style Mint Green Tea
Fresh mint and green tea brewed together in one pot, the way it is served across Morocco. Bright, sweet if you like, and lower in caffeine than coffee.
Lavender and Chamomile Bedtime Tea Blend
Apple-sweet chamomile with a whisper of lavender makes a soothing evening cup. Here is how to balance the blend and use it safely.
Thyme Steam for a Blocked Nose: How to Do It Safely
Warm, moist air can feel good when your nose is blocked. Here is how adults can do a thyme steam safely, and why children should never use a bowl of hot water.
Licorice Root Tea: Uses and Safety Limits
Licorice root makes a naturally sweet tea, but it is one herb where the safety limits matter more than the benefits. Here is what you need to know first.