Description
Description
Aromatic and Sweet
100% Organic
- ¬†¬†¬† Just herbs! nothin’ else!
-     No added flavors!
-     Made with medicinal grade herbs!
Our purchase of Fair Trade Organic Spearmint leaf assures that farmers
in developing countries receive a fair price for their crops, have safe
working conditions and that the crops are grown in harmony with nature
without the use of harmful agrochemicals. Organic Spearmint is Fair
Trade Certified‚Ñ¢ by Trans Fair USA.
There are two sources for our organic fair trade spearmint in Egypt.
One of our sources is the Sekem Initiative, a Biodynamic® and organic
farm that was founded in 1977 northeast of Cairo. The Sekem Initiative
has decided to invest its Fair Trade premium in scholarship funds and
literacy programs for all ages, and Sekem producers have decided to
invest in better housing, sanitation and healthcare facilities, and
safe, reliable transportation. These sorts of basic infrastructure
improvements are vital throughout Egypt, where access to daily
necessities can be challenging in all sectors.
Organic Spearmint is pleasantly aromatic and sweet. In contrast to
peppermint, spearmint does not produce a cooling sensation. Children
often find it to be more agreeable than peppermint.
What is spearmint?
A perennial herb that is grown in temperate climates worldwide. The leaves are harvested when its pale purple flowers come into bloom from July to September. Most spearmint leaf is distilled to make essential oil and a small amount is dried for use as tea. Traditional Medicinals selects high oil spearmint leaf that meets pharmacopoeial standards. The Pacific Northwest of the United States and Egypt are the major spearmint-growing regions of the world.
When should I use it?
As a refreshing, healthy beverage, drink several cups daily.
How does it taste?
Pleasantly aromatic and sweet. in contrast to peppermint, spearmint doesn’t produce a cooling sensation. Children often find it to be more pleasant than peppermint. Combines well with honey or lemon.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 Cup
Servings per Container: 16
    Amount Per Serving    % Daily Value
Calories    0    *
Organic Spearmint Leaf    1500 mg    *
*Daily value not established.
Free Of
Caffeine, added flavors.
Directions
Brew well to be well‚Ñ¢
For maximum benefit, medicinal tea must be properly prepared. Pour 8 oz freshly boiled water over a tea bag in a ceramic cup. Cover up and steep 5-10 minutes. These steps directly influence the amount of beneficial components that will end up in your teacup! Gently squeeze the tea bag to release the remaining extract. Drink several cups daily. Sweeten with honey if desired.
For an extra strength brew, use two teabags or brew up a whole pot using 4 or 5 teabags.
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