Old Herb Lady
27th December 2011, 06:53 PM
( it's like taking a bath in a BIG cup o' tea ! LOL )
Herbal Baths and Foot Baths
Herbal baths and foot baths are a relaxing and enjoyable way of getting the benefits from herbal teas. The healing properties of herbs are absorbed through the skin and entered into the bloodstream. This can have a powerful effect on the mind, body, and spirit
.
Recommended water temperature is 96-98° F. A higher temperature helps promote sleep while a lower temperature helps energize the body. Soaking your body in the tub or your feet in a basin for 15-20 minutes is suffice.
For herbal baths, prepare 4 cups of strong tea and add to bath water.
For foot baths, prepare 2 cups of strong tea and add to a basin of water.
You can add one herb or a combination of herbs in your tea.
Stress (herbal baths or foot baths):
chamomile
valerian
linden flower
lemon balm
jasmine
meadowsweet
passion flower.
Sleep (herbal baths are best):
chamomile
valerian
hops
skullcap.
Aches and Pains (herbal baths or foot baths, depending on the source):
ginger
rosemary
lavender
catnip
mullein
marjoram.
Boost Energy (herbal baths are best):
basil
mint
sage
thyme.
Colds and Influenza (herbal baths or foot baths):
eucalyptus
ginger
thyme
peppermint.
Skin Problems (herbal baths or foot baths, depending on the source):
thyme (especially for cuts and wounds)
lavender (especially for cuts and wounds)
oregano (especially for skin infections)
red clover (especially for eczema and psoriasis)
echinacea (especially for eczema, psoriasis, and boils)
nettle (especially for eczema, psoriasis, and hives)
peppermint (especially for burns and rashes).
Increasing Libido (herbal baths are best):
damiana
sage
rose.
Athletes Foot (foot baths are best):
ginger
juniper berry
thyme.
Deodorizer (herbal baths or foot baths, depending on the source):
eucalyptus
lovage
pine
sage
To further enhance relaxation when taking an herbal bath or doing a foot bath, light a scented candle (such as chamomile, lavender, or honeysuckle), play some soft music, and/or read a good book.
Herbal Baths and Foot Baths
Herbal baths and foot baths are a relaxing and enjoyable way of getting the benefits from herbal teas. The healing properties of herbs are absorbed through the skin and entered into the bloodstream. This can have a powerful effect on the mind, body, and spirit
.
Recommended water temperature is 96-98° F. A higher temperature helps promote sleep while a lower temperature helps energize the body. Soaking your body in the tub or your feet in a basin for 15-20 minutes is suffice.
For herbal baths, prepare 4 cups of strong tea and add to bath water.
For foot baths, prepare 2 cups of strong tea and add to a basin of water.
You can add one herb or a combination of herbs in your tea.
Stress (herbal baths or foot baths):
chamomile
valerian
linden flower
lemon balm
jasmine
meadowsweet
passion flower.
Sleep (herbal baths are best):
chamomile
valerian
hops
skullcap.
Aches and Pains (herbal baths or foot baths, depending on the source):
ginger
rosemary
lavender
catnip
mullein
marjoram.
Boost Energy (herbal baths are best):
basil
mint
sage
thyme.
Colds and Influenza (herbal baths or foot baths):
eucalyptus
ginger
thyme
peppermint.
Skin Problems (herbal baths or foot baths, depending on the source):
thyme (especially for cuts and wounds)
lavender (especially for cuts and wounds)
oregano (especially for skin infections)
red clover (especially for eczema and psoriasis)
echinacea (especially for eczema, psoriasis, and boils)
nettle (especially for eczema, psoriasis, and hives)
peppermint (especially for burns and rashes).
Increasing Libido (herbal baths are best):
damiana
sage
rose.
Athletes Foot (foot baths are best):
ginger
juniper berry
thyme.
Deodorizer (herbal baths or foot baths, depending on the source):
eucalyptus
lovage
pine
sage
To further enhance relaxation when taking an herbal bath or doing a foot bath, light a scented candle (such as chamomile, lavender, or honeysuckle), play some soft music, and/or read a good book.