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Traditional Medicinals Organic Nighty Night Extra Lemon Balm & Valerian Tea Description
Nighty Night Extra® Lemon Balm &Valerian herbal tea promotes a good night's slepp with the extra power of Valerian. Celebrated by the ancient Greenks to use for occasional sleeplessness, valerian is a gentle, time-tested herbal sedative. To create our strongest sleep formula, we blended valerian with complementary herbs like lemon balm, passionflower and peppermint to mellow you out and help you sleep easy.
Directions
Pour 8 oz. freshly boiled water over 1 tea bag.
Cover & Steep for 10-15 minutes.
Squeeze & Remove tea bag to ensure maximum goodness.
Enjoy 2-3 cups late in the day, at least 1 cup 30 minutes before bed.
Free Of
Caffeine, GMOs, animal ingredients.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tea Bag (Makes 8 fl oz)
Servings per Container: 16
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
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| Calories | 0 | |
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| All Herbal Ingredients: | | |
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| Proprietary Blend | 1500 mg | |
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| Organic valerian root | | |
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| Organic passionflower herb | | |
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| Organic lemon balm leaf | | |
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| Organic peppermint leaf | | |
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| Organic caraway fruit | | |
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| Organic licorice root | | |
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Other Ingredients: 100% organic ingredients.
Warnings
Consult your healthcare practitioner if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks; if you are taking sedative medications; or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consumption with alcohol is not recommended. Some people may experience drowsiness. Exercise caution if you are driving or involved in activities requiring mental alertness within 2 hours of consumption. Nausea or abdominal cramping may occur. Not recommended for use with children under 12 years of age.
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DIY Herbal Tea for Sleepy Time
Struggling to get good shut-eye? If you’ve tried all the tricks for better sleep but still find yourself tossing and turning at night, it may be time to put the kettle on. Steep this homemade tea blend – comprised of classic relaxing herbs such as chamomile and valerian – and snuggle up with a mug. Before you know it, you’ll be off to dreamland, getting the peaceful rest you need. Bonus: Assembling your own loose tea blend not only saves you money, it’s also better for the environment! Invest in a reusable stainless steel tea ball and say goodbye to disposable tea bags forever!
Makes: 3-1/2 cups loose tea
Ingredients
1 cup chamomile flowers
1 cup rooibos
1 cup spearmint leaves
1 cup loose valerian root
Optional: ½ cup other herbs or dried flowers, such as lemongrass, lavender buds, rosehips and/or ginger root
Directions
In large bowl, combine all ingredients and stir well. Pour loose tea mixture into a glass jar for storage. Tea can be stored in a cool pantry for up to six months.
To use:
French press method
1. Add 2 Tbsp. loose tea to French press; pour 2 cups hot (just under boiling point) water over leaves.
2. Place lid on French press and let steep 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, press down lid. Serve.
Tea strainer method
1. Add 2 Tbsp. loose tea to strainer or tea ball; place in mug.
2. Pout 2 cups hot water into mug; let steep 5 minutes.
