Healing teas from around the world

Tea has been an esteemed beverage throughout the world for centuries. From ancient Chinese dynasties and Russian tea rooms to British tea parties and modern tea shops, the soothing and healing effects of tea have long been enjoyed. In this volume, Sylvia Schneider explores the ancient history and healing power of tea. With historical perspective, she has gathered age-old traditions, ingredients and recipes from China, Japan, India, Tibet, Arabia, the Americas and Europe. She seeks to impart valuable knowledge about the use of exotic herbs and spices, furnishing the reader with recipes for special blends to improve the body's overall health and well-being. There are recipes to help remedy a wide range of ailments including exhaustion, constipation, heart burn, bad breath, pre-menstrual syndrome, weight loss, acne, influenza, hair loss, depression, nausea, colds, fever, stress, morning sickness, insomnia, diarrhoea, tooth decay and many other disorders.