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
- Heat the water until just before boiling.
- Place the herbs in a cup or teapot.
- Pour in the hot water.
- Cover and let steep for 7–10 minutes to release aromas and active compounds.
- 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.
