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View vhealth Inspiring infusions Herbalist Rachel Heathcote plants new ideas for your daily brew Putting on the kettle for a brew and pouring a ‘cuppa’ is something of a British tradition. But have you ever thought of making a herbal infusion instead? It’s so easy; if you can make a cup of tea, you can make an infusion, and it’s a fantastic way to boost your health. Infusions, tisanes or teas are made by pouring boiling water onto dried or fresh plant material. This extracts flavours and medicinal constituents from the plant material into the water, and is one of the simplest and quickest ways to make water-based herbal extract. As a bonus, the result is a cosy, warm drink. This method is ideal for the softer plant parts like flowers, leaves, and stems. I would recommended that you use one teaspoon of Elderberry Elderberry Chamomile Chamomile Peppermint Peppermint dried herb (or three teaspoons if fresh) per cup of boiling water and allow it to steep for 10 minutes before straining and drinking. If you are using the bark, root, seed or resin parts of the plant, which are a lot tougher, you will need more heat to extract the constituents. In this case, the decoction method of boiling the herb for 10 minutes in a covered pan of water is used instead. Herbal infusions make fantastic healthy alternatives to caffeinated tea, coffee or other sugary drinks which can be dehydrating. They can be drunk hot or cold and I highly recommend using a good-quality loose organic herb rather than tea bags. This not only tastes better but is more likely to have the desired medicinal benefits. If, like me, you Here are some of my favourite infusions. They taste great and have traditionally been used for wonderful health benefits: Elderberry and rosehip shells – anti-viral and rich in vitamin C, great to support the immune system and ward off coughs and colds. Lemon balm leaf and chamomile flowers – calming and soothing, for stress and anxiety. Lemon balm also gently lifts the mood. Peppermint leaf and fennel seed – helps to settle nausea, indigestion and bloating, a good after-dinner tea. Nettle leaf – rich in iron and calcium, a great cleanser and antiinflammatory, being useful for inflamed skin complaints, allergies and arthritis. Lavender flowers and lime flowers – add a pinch of each to a pot of chamomile for a relaxing evening drink to promote a more restful night. Dandelion root – a gentle, bitter herb, which cleanses the liver and kidneys. A brilliant alternative to coffee, it helps with sluggish bowels and fluid retention. By de-toxing the system it helps brighten the skin. don’t have the time to make it with a proper tea pot and strainer, it’s well worth getting yourself a tea-ball or tea infuser. This is basically a stainless-steel portable tea bag which you fill with loose herb, pop into a cup, before pouring on boiling water. It’s quick and easy to use, and makes a lot less mess. If you are trying infusions for the first time, you may want to start infusing for three to five minutes to give a more delicate flavour. Once your taste buds have adjusted you will find you can enjoy the stronger herbs. To improve the taste, try adding a slice of lemon, sweeten with a little honey or add another herb like peppermint, liquorice or lemon balm to lift the more bitter teas. So, put on the kettle and choose a new, healthier cuppa. V Rosehip Rosehip Lavender Lavender Dandelion Dandelion Rachel Heathcote is from Neal’s Yard Remedies, 27 Market Place, Salisbury (01722 340736)
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