For me, the experience of sitting down to a steaming hot mug of tea is completely different than sitting down to a cup of coffee. Coffee is what I “need” in the morning, but tea is what I “love” and crave. Above and beyond the taste of tea, I love the relaxation, the calm and the warmth I feel when I have a good cup of tea. There’s nothing quite like curling up on the coach with my husband after a long day and feeling the stress melt away into a warm mug. Or catching up with an old friend over a beautiful teapot.

Something that you may not know is teas actually have the ability to heal! Lucy Robinson, founder and creator of Herbal Philosophy Teas, shares ancient and contemporary remedies to encourage natural healing in our modern society.  Whether you are purchasing “Forget Hangovers” for the wine-loving friend, “Feel the Love” for the newlyweds, or “Find Serenity” for your perpetually stressed friend, all of Lucy’s hand-crafted, organic herbal teas are beautifully packaged in uplifting colors, mod design and the unique concoction of  organic herbs taste fabulous and promote healing. Each tin includes 90 grams of herbs {enough for 30-40 cups} plus one reusable, unbleached muslin tea bag.

Here’s how the “Forget Hangovers” works: Passion flower, white willow, wood betony and lavender combine to make an aspirin replacement that works wonders in alleviating headaches. Peppermint is an anesthetic to the stomach lining, easing nausea and vomiting. Thyme battles headaches, flatulence and encourages the appetite. Dandelion root revitalizes the liver and cleanses the system, enhancing detoxification. Mugwort assists in the relief of bloating and clearing toxins from the blood. Ginger soothes nausea. Skullcap is a known hang-over remedy. A few cups of this tea and a hot bath can do wonders for soothing a wicked hang-over.

Need something to help you along during your weight loss journey? This is how the “Feel Lite” tea works: This tea supports those looking to lose some pounds. Garcinia suppresses the appetite and encourages fat burning. Nettles and Cayenne are thermogenic herbs, warming the body and increasing the metabolism. Yerba Mate energizes and curbs the appetite. Chickweed stimulates the thyroid. Oatstraw inspires willpower. Dandelion leaf is the safest of herbal diuretics, reducing fluid retention. Licorice stimulates the adrenal cortex, helping to regulate carbohydrate and fat metabolism. Although the road to a healthier weight is never easy, it is always worth it. This herbal infusion will make the journey a bit sweeter.

And my favorite? “Feel the Love“. Here’s how it works: This tea is a miracle-inducing love potion. Catuaba contains alkaloids that enhance sexual function by stimulating the nervous system. Muira Puama is a well-known herbal aphrodisiac and nerve stimulant. Cinnamon makes you lustful. The macamides and macaenes in Maca have sex-boosting powers, increasing stamina and libido. Damiana enhances sexual potency. Rose encourages trust in intimate relationships and opens our hearts to love’s delight. Rosemary increases circulation and revives sexual energy. Peppermint stimulates passion. This fusion of herbs will boost your love-making energy, and it is a godsend for sexual dysfunction. Just like cupid’s arrow, use this tea responsibly.

Now. If you’re unsure about how loose leaf tea works – check out this really snappy 64 second video of Lucy showing you how to master it.{and you’ll get a good idea of the size of them}

Tea lovers will obviously appreciate Herbal Philosophy Teas the most, but with sleek packaging, great flavors including 6 different blends, this is a luxe little gift that any gal would be happy to see under the tree! Pair it with the beautiful teapot that is being given away below and you’re golden. Herbal Philosophy Teas are $13.95 each and shipping is a flat rate of $5 to US and Canada!

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