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In the “Infusions Kokkina Botanika” series, each recipe is designed to offer a small daily wellness ritual.
Rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, mountain tea provides anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anxiolytic, and antispasmodic properties. It helps strengthen the immune system, supports digestion, cardiovascular health, and bone density, while also helping relieve cold symptoms. Naturally caffeine-free, it is an ideal choice for all ages and can be enjoyed at any time of the day.

🌿 Key Properties
● Antioxidant & Anti-inflammatory: Fights free radicals and reduces inflammation.
● Antimicrobial: Helps combat bacterial and fungal infections.
● Anxiolytic & Relaxing: Reduces stress and supports better sleep.
● Antispasmodic: Relieves cramps, colitis, stomach pain, and menstrual discomfort.
● Tonic & Diuretic: Strengthens the body and supports kidney function.

❤️ Health Benefits

● Respiratory Support: Helps relieve cough, colds, and nasal congestion.
● Digestion: Supports indigestion, diarrhea, and intestinal cramps.
● Cardiovascular Health: Supports heart health and may help reduce cholesterol.
● Osteoporosis: Helps protect bone density.
● Anemia: May help prevent anemia due to its iron content.
● Brain Function: Stimulates cognitive function and enhances antioxidant defense.

✔️ Why drink it
● Caffeine-free, suitable for consumption throughout the day.
● Ideal for all ages, including children and older adults.
● Provides natural wellness and hydration.

🔬 The Chemistry of Tea
The beneficial properties of tea are based on complex organic molecules such as catechins (antioxidants), tannins (which give the bitter taste), theanine (an amino acid), and caffeine, which are extracted from the leaves of the plant Camellia sinensis when they come into contact with hot water. These components, together with aromatic oils, give tea its characteristic color, aroma, and flavor, transforming the leaves into a pleasant infusion.
Basic Chemical Components:
● Catechins (Flavonoids): Powerful antioxidant compounds (e.g., EGCG) responsible for many health benefits.
● Tannins (Polyphenols): Polyphenols that provide the astringent taste and color, mainly derived from catechins.
● Caffeine: A stimulating alkaloid.
● Theanine (L-theanine): An amino acid that contributes mild sweetness and calming properties.
● Aromatic Oils: Provide the characteristic aroma.

In the “Infusions Kokkina Botanika” series, each recipe is designed to offer a small daily wellness ritual.
This infusion is dedicated to the moments when you want to leave behind the tension of the day. A fragrant, floral blend that helps the body relax and the mind calm down, preparing you for deep and restorative sleep.

🌿 Ingredients
● 1 tsp lavender
● 1 tsp rose buds
● 1 tsp lemon balm
● 600–750 ml hot water
● Honey (optional)

☕ Preparation

1. Heat the water until just before boiling.
2. Place the herbs in a cup or teapot.
3. Pour in the hot water.
4. Cover and let steep for 7–10 minutes to release aromas and active compounds.
5. Strain and add honey if you prefer a sweeter taste.

😌 Why drink it
Lavender and lemon balm are well known for their natural relaxing and stress-reducing effects, while rose adds a gentle floral balance. Together they create an infusion that is not only beneficial but also deeply enjoyable. Ideal for evening consumption before sleep.

🌿 Properties of the Herbs
🌸 Lavender
Lavender tea is a herb with strong calming, anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties, known for its powerful action in reducing stress, tension, and insomnia, as well as promoting deep and high-quality sleep. It also helps relieve headaches, nervous tension, and muscle pain, while supporting the digestive system by reducing bloating and discomfort. Thanks to its natural compounds, it contributes to overall nervous system relaxation, mood improvement, and skin health through its antimicrobial and soothing effects.
🌹 Rose Buds
Rose buds are an aromatic herb rich in vitamin C and powerful natural compounds, known for their beneficial effects on overall well-being. Traditionally used to support wellness, relaxation, and the overall balance of both body and nervous system. They have hemostatic and antiseptic properties, while also supporting digestion and helping with stomach discomfort and constipation. At the same time, they may help relieve headaches and dizziness, and have mild anxiolytic and antidepressant effects that support emotional balance. In addition, rose buds support better sleep and act as a natural antispasmodic and general tonic for the body. They are traditionally used to support oral health, helping in cases of mouth sores and purulent tonsillitis.
🍃 Lemon Balm
Lemon balm tea is an aromatic herb with strong calming, anxiolytic, antioxidant, antispasmodic, and antimicrobial properties. It helps reduce stress, tension, and insomnia, while supporting digestion in cases of bloating, cramps, and indigestion. It also improves mood and mental clarity, supports cognitive function and memory, and contributes to cardiovascular health and overall relaxation. Traditionally, it is also used for headaches, migraines, and menstrual pain relief, while offering mild antimicrobial and antihistamine effects.

✨ Ritual Tip
Turn this into a habit: a warm cup, low lighting, no phone, and a few minutes of calm can significantly improve your sleep quality.

In the “Infusions Kokkina Botanika” series, each recipe is designed to offer a small daily wellness ritual.
This immune-boosting herbal infusion is created to naturally support the body’s defenses and overall vitality. The combination of thyme, nettle, and rose hips forms a powerful blend rich in antioxidants and essential nutrients, helping the body strengthen its natural resistance and maintain balance.

🌿 Ingredients
● 1 tsp thyme
● 1 tsp nettle
● 1 tsp rose hips
● 600–750 ml hot water
● Honey (optional)

☕ Preparation

1. Heat the water until just before boiling.
2. Place the herbs in a cup or teapot.
3. Pour in the hot water.
4. Cover and let steep for 7–10 minutes to release aromas and active compounds.
5. Strain and add honey if you prefer a sweeter taste.

🛡️ Why drink it
Thyme and nettle are well known for their natural cleansing and strengthening properties, while rose hips provide a powerful dose of vitamin C and antioxidants. Together they create an infusion that supports the immune system, helps the body recover from fatigue, and promotes overall vitality and resilience.

🌿 Properties of the Herbs
🌿 Thyme – The Powerful Mediterranean Herb of Wellness
Thyme is a highly aromatic Mediterranean herb with strong nutritional value and powerful beneficial properties for the body. It is rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin K, iron, calcium, and manganese, and contains active compounds with strong antioxidant and antimicrobial action. It supports the immune system, helps fight bacteria, and promotes respiratory health, especially in cases of coughs, colds, and sore throats. It also supports digestion, reduces bloating and indigestion, and contributes to overall energy and well-being. Thanks to its antioxidant properties, it helps protect cells from damage and supports the health of the skin, bones, and nervous system, making it a complete natural herb for daily support.
🌱 Nettle (Urtica dioica) – Powerful Detox Herb
Nettle is a highly nutritious and detoxifying herb with strong antioxidant action and many traditional uses in herbal medicine. It has diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic, antihypertensive, and blood-cleansing properties, supporting overall body function. It is traditionally used for conditions such as arthritis, gout, hypertension, urinary tract infections, respiratory issues, anemia, and allergic rhinitis, while also supporting detoxification and metabolism regulation. It contributes to skin and hair health, helping with hair loss, oiliness, and skin irritations. Due to its rich nutritional profile of vitamins, minerals, and active compounds, it is considered one of the most powerful natural tonics and cleansing herbs for overall vitality and strength.
🌹 Rose (Rosehip)
Rose tea, especially from the fruit of wild rose (rosehip), is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, with strong tonic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties. It is known for supporting the immune system and helping fight fatigue and exhaustion. It also supports digestion and detoxification, with a mild diuretic effect. Additionally, it promotes skin health, anti-aging protection, and overall vitality, and is traditionally associated with emotional balance and relaxation.

✨ Ritual Tip
Make it a daily habit during seasonal changes or low-energy periods: a warm cup, slow breathing, and a moment of calm can support both body and mind.