Curry Plant Tea for Colds (Helichrysum italicum)

Curry plant tea for cold symptoms

Curry plant (Helichrysum italicum)  tea can help relieve the symptoms of a head cold. There is also ongoing research into its antioxidant properties and other potential health benefits. This easy curry plant tea recipe makes 8-ounces. You can adjust the amount as needed. 

Curry Plant Tea For Colds (Helichrysum italicum)  Recipe and Instructions

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
• 1-1/2 teaspoons dried (or 1 Tablespoon fresh) curry plant blossoms

Optional:

• Honey or other sweetener (Is tea can be bitterbitter)
• Lemon slice

Instructions:

1. Steep curry plant blossoms in the boiling water for 5 minutes or so. The longer you steep, the stronger the tea will be.
2. Strain the tea into a cup.
3. To retain the flavor and aroma of the tea, cover the cup with steeping.

Consult a healthcare professional before consuming any new herbal preparation, including curry plant tea, for a cold or any other ailment. This caution is important especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking any medications.