Rue Herbal Tea (Ruta graveolens L.)

Rue Herbal Tea

Check out the benefits and properties of Rue Herbal Tea! Natural formula is rich in rutin or vitamin P, which helps to improve blood circulation and strengthen immunity. In popular culture, rue is associated with warding off the evil eye and negative energy. 

Ingredients: 100% Rue, Plant (Ruta graveolens).

What is Rue Herbal Tea good for

Rue Herbal Tea is commonly used to regulate the menstrual cycle, relieve conjunctivitis symptoms and treat muscular pains. This medicinal plant contains anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties that help treat varicose veins and joint inflammation. Rue Herbal Tea may strengthen your defences, decrease fluid retention and regulate the nervous system. When used as an insecticide spray, Rue Tea is an excellent plant ally. You can also use it externally to eliminate parasites such as lice, fleas, and scabies.

It is also recommended to treat food poisoning, urinary infections, and female cysts.

Other therapeutic uses: excess intestinal gas, menstrual cramps, anaemia (caused by lack of vitamin C), heartburn, migraines, anxiety, insomnia, uric acid, rheumatoid arthritis, and poor blood circulation.

Curiosities:

Rue has been a highly prized plant since the Middle Ages due to its evil protective function. In Classical antiquity, Rue served as a natural antidote against poisons, to break spells and as a seasoning for various preparations. In Africa, it is believed that slaves wore branches of Rue in their ears to ward off evil spirits. At the beginning of the Christian era, it was common to sprinkle holy water on the faithful with the help of branches of Rue. Worldwide, Rue is one of the most admired plants for spiritual protection. Hence, its common use in gardens and pots. It is also associated with the treatment of sexual compulsion when taken in the form of tea.

Water temperature: 100º

Infusion time: 10 minutes

Recommended quantity: Approx. 1 teaspoon of Rue per cup (240ml).

Dosage: Drink 1 cup a day.

How to prepare the Rue Herbal Tea: Put 1 teaspoon of Rue in a pot of 240ml of boiled water. Cover and leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Strain and allow cooling before drinking. For best results, practice a healthy lifestyle.

Store in a cool, dry place away from light.

Warnings: This plant should be avoided by pregnant women or babies, even by anyone with hypersensitivity to the active ingredients of the plant.

NOTE: The image presented is only a suggestion of presentation, being that the cut typology and dimensions of the plant can vary in the supply or season of the year, maintaining all the quality, functionalities, and properties of the tea unchanged.